The CSA-funded Apsis design uses JESD204B to select Analog Devices high-speed ADC/DAC, mixed-signal transceiver and direct-conversion receiver chipsets at greater than 1 GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Driver support and component radiation-testing heritage support a modular radio-development approach. The 2025–2027 project plans a prototype and selected customer engineering models; it does not establish completed deliveries or whole-radio flight qualification. Opal TT&C is a separately described preliminary product.
Analog Devices ADC/DAC, mixed-signal and direct-conversion options
Greater than 1 GSPS and receiver frequencies up toV-band
Component radiation-testing heritage and built-in driver support
Planned prototype and selected customer engineering models
JESD204B
SDR
Analog Devices
V-band
Engineering models
Use & integration
Recorded applications
Low-Earth-orbit radio development
General-purpose transmitter/receiver integration
Foundation for mission-specific radio communications
These describe the reviewed application scope, not confirmed deployments, released requirements or procurement eligibility.
Evidence of maturity
CSA-funded R&D with planned prototype and engineering-model outputs in 2025–2027. Unnamed customer interest and component heritage do not establish accepted complete-radio flight qualification.
Commercial availability
Development and engineering-model engagement; confirmed model configuration, current availability and delivery/qualification commitments require Apsis review.
Integration and verification
Readiness
A technology readiness level is not established by the reviewed public sources.
Reviewed connections
No reviewed Mission area or released Defence need connection is currently published.
Original sources 3 linked records
These records support this capability and its published Mission area and Defence need connections. A source count is not a count of independent confirmations.
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · defence applications
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · core features
CSA 25STDPZ02 describes planned JESD204B modular selection of greater-than-1-GSPS converters and mixed-signal devices, with direct-conversion receivers through V-band. Deliverables are a prototype and engineering models for selected customers, with component radiation-testing heritage and driver support; this is not flight qualification of a completed radio.
Supports: Capability · core features
CSA 25STDPZ02 describes planned JESD204B modular selection of greater-than-1-GSPS converters and mixed-signal devices, with direct-conversion receivers through V-band. Deliverables are a prototype and engineering models for selected customers, with component radiation-testing heritage and driver support; this is not flight qualification of a completed radio.
Supports: Capability · name
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · capability type
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · defence applications
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · technicaldomainslugs
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · summary
Apsis is developing a modular software-defined radio around the JESD204B interface so high-speed converters and mixed-signal transceivers can be selected for different low-Earth-orbit radio configurations.
Supports: Capability · core features
CSA 25STDPZ02 describes planned JESD204B modular selection of greater-than-1-GSPS converters and mixed-signal devices, with direct-conversion receivers through V-band. Deliverables are a prototype and engineering models for selected customers, with component radiation-testing heritage and driver support; this is not flight qualification of a completed radio.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · technicaldomainslugs
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · summary
CSA 25STDPZ02 describes planned JESD204B modular selection of greater-than-1-GSPS converters and mixed-signal devices, with direct-conversion receivers through V-band. Deliverables are a prototype and engineering models for selected customers, with component radiation-testing heritage and driver support; this is not flight qualification of a completed radio.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · defence applications
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · core features
CSA 25STDPZ02 describes planned JESD204B modular selection of greater-than-1-GSPS converters and mixed-signal devices, with direct-conversion receivers through V-band. Deliverables are a prototype and engineering models for selected customers, with component radiation-testing heritage and driver support; this is not flight qualification of a completed radio.
Supports: Capability · maturity
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · commercial availability
CSA 25STDPZ02 describes planned JESD204B modular selection of greater-than-1-GSPS converters and mixed-signal devices, with direct-conversion receivers through V-band. Deliverables are a prototype and engineering models for selected customers, with component radiation-testing heritage and driver support; this is not flight qualification of a completed radio.
Supports: Capability · technicaldomainslugs
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
Supports: Capability · technology readiness level
CSA disclosure identifies C$225,000 contribution 25STDPZ02, August 1 2025 to July30 2027, to develop a JESD204B modular SDR using high-speed converters. The research project is distinct from a proven completed Opal product.
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · catalogue teaser
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
APSIS Opal TT&C product page explicitly says pre-market/in development. It describes CCSDS, S-band uplink and X/Ka-band downlink with preliminary full-duplex 5 Mbit/s capability, serial/CAN/Ethernet interfaces and recovery provisions. It is not a delivered or independently qualified production radio.
Supports: Capability · summary
APSIS Opal TT&C product page explicitly says pre-market/in development. It describes CCSDS, S-band uplink and X/Ka-band downlink with preliminary full-duplex 5 Mbit/s capability, serial/CAN/Ethernet interfaces and recovery provisions. It is not a delivered or independently qualified production radio.
Capability · summary
Public sources cited · Facts and assessments kept separate · Human review
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · technicaldomainslugs
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · name
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · summary
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · summary
CSA agreement25STDPZ02 has CAD225000 value for August1 2025–July30 2027. This is an R&D contribution, not an equity round, sales revenue or confirmed disbursement.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · core features
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · capability type
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · technology readiness level
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · core features
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · summary
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · core features
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · catalogue teaser
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · core features
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · maturity
CSA agreement25STDPZ02 has CAD225000 value for August1 2025–July30 2027. This is an R&D contribution, not an equity round, sales revenue or confirmed disbursement.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · defence applications
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · defence applications
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · technicaldomainslugs
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · display lead
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · defence applications
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · commercial availability
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · technicaldomainslugs
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports: Capability · technical tags
The project plans a prototype and engineering models for selected customers. Unnamed Canadian space-company interest is not an identified order, delivery or customer acceptance.
Supports: Capability · display lead
The funded design uses JESD204B with modular Analog Devices ADCs, DACs, mixed-signal transceivers and direct-conversion receivers at greater than1GSPS and frequencies up toV-band. Chipset radiation-testing heritage and driver support do not establish complete-radio qualification.
Supports:
Opal TT&C is explicitly pre-market and in development; specifications are preliminary and subject to development/qualification changes.
