LunarLizzie Unveiled by Sidus Space
Next-Generation 800kg-Class Lunar Platform Designed with Proven Edge AI
A new satellite platform engineered for lunar and cislunar missions has been introduced by Sidus Space. LunarLizzie is expected to support payloads up to 800kg (≈1,765 pounds), integrate LiDAR, hyperspectral imaging, AI powered autonomous navigation, encryption, and multi-sensor data fusion to provide near real-time lunar terrain intelligence and environmental awareness.
“LunarLizzie isn’t just another satellite ... This is Space Access Reimagined.”
Carol Craig, Sidus Space
LunarLizzie is designed with the expectation to meet the growing demands of space agencies, commercial providers, and national security customers preparing for long-term lunar exploration and infrastructure deployment.
The new spacecraft design features multiple sensors combined with FeatherEdge 248Vi, Sidus’ proprietary onboard computer and part of the Fortis VPX product line, which is expected to enable near real-time edge processing without relying on Earth-based ground stations.
Core capabilities are planned to include:
Unprecedented system redundancy through LizzieSat 248Vi Fortis VPX architecture
In-flight reprogrammable rad-hard FPGA for flexible, mission-adaptive processing
Multi-mission, multi-sensor support with integrated AI
Radiation-hardened design and MIL-spec temperature operation for extended reliability
Orbital LiDAR and hyperspectral imaging for terrain and material analysis
Autonomous edge computing for near real-time insight delivery
AI optimized, secure communications pipeline for continuous live telemetry from lunar-based sensors to Earth mission control
Near real-time detection of terrain shifts, dust activity, and surface hazards
Adaptive tasking request handling from robotic and crewed missions
As part of Sidus’ vertically integrated space infrastructure ecosystem, LunarLizzie is expected to be designed, built, and operated entirely in-house, from engineering to launch integration and mission execution. The platform will be supported by Sidus’ state-of-the-art Mission Control Center in Merritt Island, Florida which will provide secure, 24/7 oversight and global data operations.
“LunarLizzie isn’t just another satellite - it’s designed for the unique challenges and complexities of lunar exploration,” said Carol Craig, Founder and CEO of Sidus Space. “With autonomous operations, near real-time sensing, and scalable payload support, we’re planning on delivering what tomorrow’s missions demand. This is Space Access Reimagined.”