PiLogic Secures $4M for Custom Satellite AI Models
Californian software startup PiLogic secured $4 million in seed funding on May 22 to develop satellite diagnostics and AI tools for space applications.
Founder and CEO Johannes Waldstein noted that their first satellite with an electrical power system diagnostic model will launch this year for an unnamed customer.
The software integrates onboard sensor data with engineering knowledge to predict component health and resolve issues autonomously.
Validated through NASA collaborations, PiLogic’s “exact AI” model aims to be faster and more accurate than traditional systems. By running diagnostics and remediation directly on the satellite, the AI can prevent cascading failures by automatically switching to backup systems and notifying operators of any issues.
Designed for efficient operation without needing extensive datasets or GPUs, the model is suitable even for small cubesats. However, PiLogic sees higher demand from customers with complex spacecraft.
PiLogic also developed an AI model for tracking and predicting objects in 3D space, distinguishing between entities like airplanes and drones quickly. The company plans to use the funding to expand its engineering team, scale the software platform, and integrate with early customers. Investors include Scout Ventures, Seraphim Space, Sovereign’s Capital, Flex Capital, FN Fund, and angel investor Gokul Rajaram.