Texas Instruments (TXN) Semiconductors Enable NISAR Satellite Payloads

Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) is one of the top tech stocks to buy now according to Goldman Sachs. On August 21, the company announced that its semiconductors are enabling the radar imaging and scientific exploration payloads for the NISAR satellite. Their technology is used for efficient power management, high-speed data transfer, and precise signal sampling and timing, all of which are essential for the satellite’s next-generation capabilities.

The NISAR satellite was launched into orbit on July 30, 2025, and is a joint mission between America’s NASA and the Indian Space Research Organization’s Space Applications Centre (SAC-ISRO). NISAR is the first satellite to use dual-band synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology to capture high-resolution images of Earth’s surface, day or night, and in all weather conditions.

Texas Instruments (TI) stated that it provided space-grade semiconductors for the mission. The semiconductors are designed to withstand harsh space environments, enabling the satellite’s radar imaging and scientific exploration capabilities.

Shri Nilesh Desai, Director, SAC-ISRO, stated, “From selecting the right products to ensuring consistent support across development cycles, TI’s technical expertise helped us navigate complex payload requirements.”

On her part, Elizabeth Jansen, TI India’s sales and applications director, said, “Building on more than 60 years of expertise, TI’s radiation-hardened and radiation-tolerant semiconductors are ready to meet the evolving demands of the space market.”

Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) designs and manufactures analog and embedded semiconductors used in industrial, automotive, personal electronics, and communications equipment. Its analog chips manage power and signal flow in devices, while its embedded processors support automation and connectivity.

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