Longwave Imaging for Astronomical Applications, Phase I

Completed TRL 3 (started at 3, targeting 4)

Description

We propose to develop a compact portable longwave camera for astronomical applications. In Phase 1, we will develop and deliver the focal plane array (FPA) - a crucial camera component. In Phase 2, we will integrate the FPA with electronics and optics into a compact package and deliver the resulting camera to NASA for field testing.

Benefits

1) Gas sensing (e.g. for the petrochemical industry). 2) Security and surveillance. 3) Thermography. 4) Medical imaging.

Details

Technology area	Sensors and Instruments > Remote Sensing Instruments and Sensors > Optical Components
Program	Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Tech Transfer (SBIR/STTR)
Lead organization	Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD
Start date	2009-01-22
End date	2009-07-22

Project contacts

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Murzban D Jhabvala — murzy.d.jhabvala@nasa.gov
Mani Sundaram

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