Component
Radiation-Hardened Memory
Memory and electronics designed to withstand the charged particles of space, which can flip bits or damage circuits. Error-correcting codes and hardened parts keep the computer trustworthy.
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Sources
The primary and reference sources this topic draws on.
- NASANational Aeronautics and Space Administration
Mission data, planetary science, space telescopes, and public-domain imagery.
Most NASA-produced imagery is in the public domain; individual items are checked for usage terms before publication.