Bengaluru, June 24 -- Scientists at ISRO's UR Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) in Bengaluru are developing a compact, all-in-one avionics system that merges multiple critical satellite functions into a single, unified unit.

Called the Integrated Avionics Package (IAP), this component is being designed to serve as the "brain" of a satellite, streamlining key operations such as telemetry, communication, positioning, data handling and on-board computing, News 18 reported.

The IAP replaces multiple discrete units typically used in satellites with a single, integrated module-resulting in reduced weight, space and power consumption, all vital for improving satellite efficiency.

The system must be compatible with spacecraft platforms up to the I-1...