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Investing.com -- Sidus Space Inc (NASDAQ:SIDU) stock rose 5.8% after the space and defense technology company announced its new LunarLizzie satellite platform designed for lunar and cislunar missions.
The new spacecraft is expected to support payloads up to 800kg and incorporate advanced technologies including LiDAR, hyperspectral imaging, AI-powered autonomous navigation, encryption, and multi-sensor data fusion capabilities. According to the company, these features would provide near real-time lunar terrain intelligence and environmental awareness.
Sidus Space said the platform is designed to meet demands from space agencies, commercial providers, and national security customers preparing for long-term lunar exploration and infrastructure deployment.
The LunarLizzie design features the company’s proprietary onboard computer, FeatherEdge 248Vi, part of its Fortis (NYSE:FTS) VPX product line. This is expected to enable near real-time edge processing without relying on Earth-based ground stations.
The company plans to design, build, and operate the platform entirely in-house, from engineering to launch integration and mission execution. Operations will be supported by Sidus’ Mission Control Center in Merritt Island, Florida.
"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."
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