Avalanche Technology
Avalanche Technology is a privately held Fremont, California semiconductor company that designs and sells radiation-hardened STT-MRAM non-volatile memory and storage modules primarily for aerospace, defense, and space customers, with a portfolio spanning discrete Parallel/QSPI P-SRAM devices, FPGA-integrated modules, and IP licensing.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2006
- HeadquartersFremont, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Avalanche Technology does
Avalanche Technology Inc., founded in 2006 and headquartered in Fremont, California, is a privately held semiconductor company specializing in Spin Transfer Torque Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (STT-MRAM) products engineered specifically for space, aerospace, and defense applications. Its core technology uses perpendicular Magnetic Tunnel Junction (pMTJ) cells manufactured on a 300mm standard CMOS process, currently in volume production at a 22nm node with a clear roadmap to 12nm for 64Gb and 128Gb devices. The portfolio is anchored by the "Space Grade MRAM" family, which Avalanche positions as the only commercially available non-volatile memory simultaneously meeting five mission-critical criteria — radiation survival (≥100 krad SEE immunity), permanent data retention for mission life, unlimited write endurance (10^16 cycles), deterministic nanosecond write commit, and flight-proven heritage.
The product stack is organized into three Space Grade lines (Boot Memory, Storage, and AI Multi-Processing Architecture) plus the Gen 3 Parallel x32 and Dual QSPI P-SRAM product families spanning 64Mb to 8Gb densities, an enhanced Space Grade-E variant for MEO/GEO/deep-space missions, and a higher-level VNX+ storage module integrating Lattice CertusPro-NX FPGA for military and LEO applications. The company also sells Gen 2 industrial-grade persistent SRAM for data logging and licenses its STT-MRAM IP portfolio (over 300 patents) to third parties including SoC and FPGA designers. Revenue is generated through direct enterprise sales to aerospace and defense primes, a worldwide authorized distributor network spanning North America, Asia, Europe, South America, and Oceania, and through channel/qualification partners (Frontgrade, Micross, NHanced Semiconductors) that provide NASA PEMS screening, custom packaging, and 2.5D heterogeneous integration.
Avalanche sells primarily into mission-critical space programs including small-satellite electric propulsion (Orbion Space Technology), RF signal processing (Rincon Research), deep-space rovers (Aitech), edge AI compute (NOVI Space), rad-hard FPGAs (NHanced, AMD/Xilinx, Lattice), and rad-hard supercomputers (Power Device Corporation). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The leadership team is composed of veterans from Lexar, Micron, Grandis (acquired by Samsung), Cypress, Spansion, and Intel, lending deep non-volatile memory credibility to a company that competes against Everspin Technologies, the only other commercial STT-MRAM vendor with comparable positioning.
Avalanche Technology firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Avalanche Technology
- Legal name
- Avalanche Technology Inc.
- Website
- https://avalanche-technology.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2006
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Avalanche Technology is a privately held Fremont, California semiconductor company that designs and sells radiation-hardened STT-MRAM non-volatile memory and storage modules primarily for aerospace, defense, and space customers, with a portfolio spanning discrete Parallel/QSPI P-SRAM devices, FPGA-integrated modules, and IP licensing.
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Avalanche Technology industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Semiconductor Non-Volatile Memory
- NAICS
- Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing (334413), Computer Storage Device Manufacturing (334112), Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (33441)
- SIC
- Semiconductors & Related Devices (3674), Computer Storage Devices (3572)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Persistent/Non-Volatile Memory (MRAM/ReRAM/PCM/FeRAM) (HDAHAKAF)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Memory Modules & Subsystems (DIMM/SO-DIMM/HBM stacks) (HDAHAKAH)
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Where Avalanche Technology is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Fremont
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Avalanche Technology business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Discrete MRAM Product Sales: Sales of discrete Space Grade MRAM products including Parallel x32 and Dual QSPI interface devices in densities from 64Mb to 8Gb, targeted at aerospace, defense, and industrial customers
- Intellectual Property Licensing: Licensing of STT-MRAM technology portfolio including patents for cell, circuit and system design innovations. Avalanche offers Space Grade MRAM IP for integration into customer SoC and FPGA designs
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
Avalanche Technology product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Avalanche Technology designs, manufactures, and sells radiation-immune, non-volatile STT-MRAM (Spin Transfer Torque Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory) semiconductor memory products optimized for space, aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Its discrete Space Grade MRAM products are offered in Parallel x32 and Serial Dual QSPI interfaces in densities from 64Mb to 8Gb, and the company also licenses its STT-MRAM patent portfolio for integration into customer SoCs, FPGAs, and system-in-package designs.
Product overview
Avalanche Technology offers a unified Space Grade MRAM platform for aerospace and defense applications, built around its core perpendicular STT-MRAM technology that provides radiation immunity, permanent data retention, unlimited endurance, and instant data commit. The product portfolio consists of three main Space Grade product families: (1) Space Grade Boot Memory for reliable FPGA/SoC initialization with instant boot after power interruptions, (2) Space Grade Storage for high-density mission-critical data storage, and (3) AI Multi-Processing Architecture for edge AI computing in space. Within these categories, products are offered in Gen 3 configurations as Parallel x32 P-SRAM (1-8Gb densities) and Serial Dual QSPI P-SRAM (64Mb-8Gb), plus an enhanced Space Grade-E variant with extended radiation tolerance for GEO and deep space missions. The VNX+ Storage Module represents a higher-level system product combining Space Grade MRAM with Lattice FPGAs for military and LEO applications. Avalanche also serves industrial applications with Gen 2 product lines for data logging. The architecture emphasizes pin-compatible scalability across density and screening levels, enabling customers to design unified memory systems that evolve with mission requirements from LEO to deep space. The company supports development through evaluation kits for Lattice and Xilinx/AMD platforms.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- VNX+ Storage Module: Next-generation storage module designed for military and Low Earth Orbit environments featuring radiation immunity using Space Grade MRAM technology.
- P-SRAM (Persistent SRAM)
- Space Grade MRAM
- Space Grade-E
Products and services
- Space Grade MRAM Radiation-immune non-volatile MRAM memory products meeting all five space-grade criteria (survive radiation, retain data for mission life, endure unlimited writes, commit data instantly, and proven space heritage). Sold to aerospace, defense, and space organizations for boot, storage, and processing functions.
- Space Grade Boot Memory High-reliability boot memory solutions based on Space Grade MRAM for reliable initialization of FPGAs and SoCs in space and defense applications. Provides instant boot capability after power interruptions with radiation immunity.
- Space Grade Storage High-density non-volatile storage solutions using Space Grade MRAM for space and defense applications. Provides permanent data retention, radiation immunity, and unlimited endurance for mission-critical data storage.
- AI Multi-Processing Architecture Computing architecture for AI workloads in space applications, enabling satellites to process data, run AI workloads, and make autonomous decisions at the edge in orbit. Supports buffering of raw sensor data and pre-loaded DSP algorithms.
- VNX+ Storage Module Next-generation storage module for military and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) environments, built with Avalanche's high-density Space Grade MRAM and Lattice CertusPro-NX FPGA. Features radiation immunity up to 100 krad minimum and instant recovery during EMP attacks via NVMe-stored boot images.
- Gen 3 Space Grade Parallel x32 P-SRAM High-reliability persistent SRAM with parallel x32 interface and asynchronous SRAM-compatible timing. Available in 1Gb, 2Gb, 4Gb, and 8Gb densities with 45ns/45ns read/write timings, >10^16 write cycle endurance, and 10-year retention at 125°C. Designed for space-grade applications requiring high density and radiation resilience.
- Gen 3 Space Grade Serial Dual QSPI P-SRAM High-speed serial interface persistent SRAM with Dual QSPI interface. Available in densities from 64Mb to 8Gb with high-speed data transfer capability, 10^16 write cycle endurance, and radiation immunity for space and defense applications.
- Space Grade-E Product Family Enhanced screening level product family offering enhanced qualification and screening flow above standard Space Grade products. Provides pin-compatible scalability from LEO to MEO, GEO, and beyond. Boosted radiation tolerance specifications and burn-in hours for improved reliability. Offered in Parallel and Dual QSPI interface types.
- Gen 2 Space Grade MRAM Legacy space-grade product line including Serial QSPI (16Mb) and Parallel x16 (16Mb-64Mb) interfaces. Operating temperature range -40°C to 125°C with space-grade reliability.
- Gen 2 Industrial Grade P-SRAM Industrial-grade persistent SRAM products for non-space applications including Serial QSPI and Parallel interfaces. Available in various densities and voltage options (1.8V, 3.0V) for industrial data logging and general-purpose persistent memory applications.
- Avalanche Technology Intellectual Property (STT-MRAM Patents) Licensing of Avalanche's portfolio of over 300 patents and pending patent applications protecting STT-MRAM technology for Gen 3 products. Includes Space Grade MRAM IP for integration into customer SoC and FPGA designs. Virtual patent marking compliant with America Invents Act provisions.
- Gen 3 Development Kits Evaluation and development kits for Gen 3 Space Grade products including Parallel x32 P-SRAM kit (with Lattice FPGA), Serial Dual QSPI kits (with Lattice MACHXO3 or Xilinx Versal VCK190 boards). Includes user guides, test programs, schematics, board layouts, and sample code.
Quantifiable outcome
- Radiation immunity up to 100 krad minimum with immunity to Single Event Effects (SEE)
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Companies that use Avalanche Technology
Customer profileNamed customers8 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Avalanche Technology technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration8 records
AI capability5 records
Feature7 records
Avalanche Technology partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.
- Orbion Space TechnologycoreAvalanche's Space Grade non-volatile memory selected for Orbion's high-performance dual-mode Aurora electric propulsion systems for small satellites. Enables mission-critical adaptability, collision avoidance, and enhanced survivability with dramatically simplified architecture.
- Infineon TechnologiessecondaryCollaboration on memory and storage technologies for space applications. Infineon provides various non-volatile memory products for aerospace while Avalanche provides MRAM-based solutions. Forbes feature highlights joint efforts in extraterrestrial storage.
- NHanced SemiconductorscoreCollaboration to combine advanced 2.5D heterogeneous integration and hybrid bonding with Space Grade MRAM chiplets for rad-hard FPGA solutions in aerospace and defense. Enables reduced development timelines from years to months while delivering optimal SWaP, enhanced radiation tolerance, and improved reliability for mission-critical defense systems.
- Rincon Research CorporationcoreIntegration of Avalanche's high-density Space Grade MRAM into Pegasus RF processing platform for space, enabling real-time signal processing and intelligence in orbit with unmatched resiliency and performance.
- AitechcoreAvalanche's Space Grade MRAM deployed in unmanned rovers and deep space autonomous exploration platforms engineered by Aitech, providing radiation-immune memory for harsh environments with reduced SWaP and permanent data retention.
- Lattice SemiconductorcoreVNX+ storage module built with Lattice Semiconductor's CertusPro-NX FPGA, combining Avalanche's Space Grade MRAM with Lattice's radiation tolerant FPGA for military and LEO applications with immunity to SEE up to 100 krad minimum.
- NOVI Space, Inc.coreIntegration of Avalanche's high-density MRAM into NOVI's On-Board Computer systems for real-time AI space computing, enabling data analysis and processing at the edge of space without reliance on terrestrial processing.
- NHanced SemiconductorscoreFirst truly Space Grade MRAM boot solution for RadHard System-in-Package Integration. Avalanche's radiation-immune MRAM chiplet integrated via NHanced's 2.5D packaging to enable rapid, reliable FPGA boot for satellite and defense missions.
- FrontgradesecondaryExtended qualification and screening partner providing NASA PEMS INST-0001 qualified and screened versions of Avalanche's Dual QSPI MRAM family with custom packaging options.
- MicrosssecondaryPartner providing packaging, qualification, and screening options for Avalanche's space-grade MRAM products, enabling tailored platforms for evolving program requirements.
- Power Device CorporationcorePower Device Corporation selected Avalanche's Gen 3 Parallel x32 Space Grade P-SRAM for Rad Hard Supercomputer for Space (SCS3740G2), achieving better than 1 uncorrected upset in 120 years.
- AMD/XilinxcoreAvalanche provides full Linux driver support for complete line of AMD adaptive SoC platforms used in space (Versal, Kintex, Zynq, UltraScale+, UltraScale), enabling Firmware Over-The-Air updates and multiple code images for mission adaptability on AMD platforms.
Scale indicators8 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Avalanche Technology competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Everspin Technologies: Everspin is the closest direct competitor to Avalanche in standalone STT-MRAM/MRAM products, serving industrial, aerospace/defense, and embedded markets. It is the named defendant in Avalanche's ITC infringement action, making it the most directly comparable MRAM-focused fabless vendor.
- Frontgrade Technologies: Frontgrade is both an Avalanche channel partner (providing NASA PEMS qualification and screening) and a provider of radiation-hardened memory and processing solutions for space and defense. It is directly comparable as a supplier into the same space-grade memory ecosystem.
- Micross Components: Micross is an Avalanche channel partner providing packaging, qualification, and screening for space-grade MRAM, and it also supplies radiation-hardened and high-reliability semiconductor components to aerospace/defense customers. It is a directly comparable specialty memory provider in the same niche.
Broad incumbents
- Samsung Foundry: Samsung acquired Grandis (co-founded by Avalanche CTO Yiming Huai) in 2011 and has been a leading developer of embedded and standalone STT-MRAM, including 22nm/28nm offerings. It is the most resource-intensive broad incumbent in Avalanche's core technology space.
- GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is cited alongside Avalanche and Everspin as a major MRAM innovator and offers embedded MRAM (eMRAM) at 22nm and 12nm nodes as part of its broader foundry portfolio. While its focus is foundry-based embedded MRAM rather than discrete space-grade parts, it competes for the same end applications.
- TSMC: TSMC offers embedded MRAM as part of its 22nm ULL/ULP technology platforms for IoT, automotive, and consumer applications. It is a broad foundry incumbent with overlapping STT-MRAM capability, though focused on embedded rather than discrete radiation-hardened memory.
- Infineon Technologies: Infineon is both a documented collaboration partner (Forbes joint feature on 'extraterrestrial storage') and a broader NVM incumbent in space applications. It produces rad-hard non-volatile memory and competes for the same aerospace/defense memory sockets that Avalanche targets.
- Micron Technology: Micron acquired Lexar Media (founded by Avalanche CEO Petro Estakhri) in 2006 and is the historical employer of several Avalanche engineering leaders. As a leading DRAM/NOR/NAND manufacturer with strategic interest in emerging NVM, Micron is a broad incumbent in Avalanche's competitive landscape.
Emerging players
- Crocus Technology (Allegro MicroSystems): Crocus Technology developed TMR-based MRAM sensors and memory and was acquired by Allegro MicroSystems. It is an emerging/adjacent MRAM player with related magnetic-tunnel-junction IP, comparable to Avalanche's pMTJ STT-MRAM technology base.
Others
- Rambus: Rambus is a memory-interface IP and technology licensor chaired by Eric Stang, who also sits on Avalanche's board. While Rambus itself is not a direct MRAM competitor, it represents a comparable IP-licensing business model around memory technology and a potential ecosystem partner for Avalanche's IP program.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Avalanche Technology social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance4 records
Avalanche Technology financial estimates
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Avalanche Technology leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles11 records
Avalanche Technology funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds10 records
Investors11 records
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Frequently asked questions about Avalanche Technology
What does Avalanche Technology do?
Avalanche Technology designs, manufactures, and sells radiation-immune, non-volatile STT-MRAM (Spin Transfer Torque Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory) semiconductor memory products optimized for space, aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Its discrete Space Grade MRAM products are offered in Parallel x32 and Serial Dual QSPI interfaces in densities from 64Mb to 8Gb, and the company also licenses its STT-MRAM patent portfolio for integration into customer SoCs, FPGAs, and system-in-package designs.
Is Avalanche Technology a public or private company?
Avalanche Technology is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Avalanche Technology founded?
Avalanche Technology was founded in 2006. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Avalanche Technology based?
Avalanche Technology is headquartered in Fremont, United States, in the North America region.
How does Avalanche Technology make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Discrete MRAM Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are intellectual Property Licensing.
Who are Avalanche Technology's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Everspin Technologies, Frontgrade Technologies and Micross Components. Broad incumbents are Samsung Foundry, GlobalFoundries, TSMC, Infineon Technologies and Micron Technology. Crocus Technology (Allegro MicroSystems) is listed as an emerging player. Rambus is listed as an others.
Does Avalanche Technology have an API?
No public API is recorded for Avalanche Technology.
What industry is Avalanche Technology in?
Avalanche Technology's product category is Semiconductor Non-Volatile Memory. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAHAKAF, Persistent/Non-Volatile Memory (MRAM/ReRAM/PCM/FeRAM), with a secondary code of HDAHAKAH, Memory Modules & Subsystems (DIMM/SO-DIMM/HBM stacks). Its NAICS code is 334413 and its SIC code is 3674.