Imagine a camera that doesn't just see colors, but identifies the exact chemical 'fingerprint' of everything it looks at. Instead of needing three different expensive machines to see visible light and infrared, this device does it all in one go. It's like upgrading from a basic flashlight to a high-tech scanner that works even in the dark.
Current hyperspectral cameras are bulky, expensive, and limited to narrow wavelength ranges. This forces companies to buy multiple devices and spend significant time integrating mismatched data sources.
A high-sensitivity VIS-SWIR hyperspectral imaging camera based on time-domain Fourier-transform spectroscopy. The project delivered a complete blueprint and MVP specifications for a turnkey system.
If you are a food producer dealing with spoilage and composition checks — this project developed a single VIS-SWIR camera that monitors food freshness and composition. It replaces multiple costly devices with one system, reducing total costs.
If you are a recycling facility dealing with contaminated plastic streams — this project developed a high-sensitivity imaging system that separates plastic waste. It provides a single hyperspectral datacube for more accurate sorting.
If you are a conservator dealing with the need to analyze paint layers without damaging art — this project developed a device for analyzing fine arts. It captures visible and infrared features in one device to avoid complex data integration.
The system delivers a hyperspectral datacube using a single device, which results in a lower total cost compared to using two or more separate costly devices.
The project has demonstrated TRL6 performance in six application-relevant use cases, marking a step toward a portable TRL7 system.
The project utilized patented technology and solidified an innovation and IP management strategy to ensure freedom to operate in target markets.
It eliminates the need for difficult and time-consuming integration of different data sources by capturing VIS-SWIR ranges in one device.
Based on available project data, the project concluded in August 2024, positioning the company to advance the camera to TRL9 and market readiness.
The project is led by a single Italian SME, NIREOS SRL, with a 100% industry ratio. This lean structure suggests a highly focused commercial drive, as the coordinator is the sole entity responsible for the transition from research to a turnkey business system.
Contact NIREOS SRL in Italy for licensing or partnership opportunities regarding the HYPERIA camera.
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