Infinity Avionics Unveils Aquila: The Next-Generation Space Imaging Solution for Complex Orbital Operations

Inifinity Avionics, an Australian hardware company providing spaceflight-proven and qualified camera and processor systems for space missions worldwide, led by Igor Dimitrijevic and the team, has announced the full commercial availability of Aquila.

Following a debut at IAC Sydney, the high-performance Aquila imaging system is now flight-ready, providing critical ‘eyes’ for the $14B Space Situational Awareness, In-Space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM) and Rendezvous, Proximity Operations & Docking (RPOD) markets.

As orbital operations grow in complexity, covering RPOD, In-Space Manufacturing (ISM), and debris removal, the demand for high-fidelity, real-time visual data is rising. Aquila offers a versatile, customizable solution between bulky legacy systems and low-resolution inspection cameras.

Precision Imaging, Optimized for Small Satellites

Aquila delivers Full HD (FHD) imaging while respecting the Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) limits of small satellites. The system supports HD and FHD capture, storage, and video streaming up to 30 FPS, providing smooth, actionable visual telemetry.

Designed for diverse missions, Aquila offers multiple lens options, enabling tailored fields of view and focal lengths for wide-angle deployment shots or close-up inspections. Three product tiers allow satellite designers to choose solutions that match budget, mission criticality, and performance needs.

Enabling Autonomous Operations with Smart Vision

Aquila achieves its full potential when paired with Infinity Avionics’ BRAIN smart edge processor.

The combination of Aquila’s high-speed imaging and BRAIN’s AI processing enables in-situ Smart Vision Systems, supporting autonomous RPOD, ISM, and navigation missions. This reduces dependence on limited downlink bandwidth while allowing real-time decision-making in orbit.

obstacle avoidance and autonomous planetary or orbital navigation.

Versatile Applications in the New Space Frontier

Aquila serves as a key enabling technology across multiple mission-critical areas:

• Space Asset Monitoring & Engineering: High-resolution imaging for antenna deployments, solar array orientation, and structural integrity checks.

• RPOD & Debris Removal: Low-latency video supporting precision docking, satellite refueling, and active debris mitigation.

• In-Space Manufacturing: Real-time visual monitoring of delicate fabrication processes in microgravity for quality assurance.

• Navigation: Detailed, low-latency imagery enabling autonomous orbital or planetary navigation and smart obstacle avoidance.

“The launch of Aquila marks a major step in providing ‘Your Eyes in Space’ for the next-generation space economy,” said Igor Dimitrijevic, CEO of Infinity Avionics. “With FHD streaming and onboard storage in a compact form, mission designers gain the precision and confidence needed for high-stakes operations like RPOD and in-space manufacturing.”