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Completed TRL 3 (started at 1, targeting 3)
The Granular Imager has the potential to revolutionize NASA and DoD imaging technology for astrophysics, remote sensing, and surveillance and reconnaissance, as it can enable new imaging systems and fine target search. Large apertures allow for unprecedented high resolution, hyperspectral imaging, adaptive systems, spectroscopy imaging through limb, and stable optical systems from Lagrange-points.
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