China has launched the first 12 satellites of a planned 2,800-satellite “orbital supercomputer” network, developed by ADA Space and partners. These satellites can process data in space using onboard AI models, reducing reliance on ground stations. The network, called the “Three-Body Computing Constellation,” aims to reach 1,000 peta operations per second (POPs). Equipped with laser communication, scientific instruments, and 3D mapping capabilities, the satellites promise faster, more efficient data handling with lower environmental impact. Experts suggest similar systems could be developed in the US and Europe.
Source: The Verge
