With about €3 million in EU funding, TENSIS aims to design, manufacture, and validate a 400MP space camera sensor (24K x 16K format) with radiation resistance, ensuring high-quality imaging for future space missions. Using advanced semiconductor technology, the project will enhance light sensitivity and image clarity through custom optical filters and back-side illumination (BSI). By reaching TRL (Technology Readiness Level) 7, TENSIS will reduce Europe’s reliance on non-EU suppliers for critical space imaging technology.
- Beneficiaries
Coordinators: Teledyne e2v semiconductors sas
Participants: Airbus defence and space sas - Alter technology tuv nord sa - Interuniversitair micro-electronica centrum - Teledyne Innovaciones Microelectronicas S.L.U
- Project Locations
France - Spain - Belgium
- EU funding
€ 2 999 530.48
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