Payload
Hyperspectral Imaging Payload
Compact hyperspectral camera enabling cost-effective orbital imaging for remote sensing applications.
Overview
The hyperspectral imaging payload is the primary scientific instrument of the mission, capturing detailed spectral data across 32 bands for Earth observation and remote sensing.
With a 4096 pixel across-track sensor format and 12-bit depth, the payload enables vegetation monitoring, water quality assessment, and land classification. On-board CCSDS compression ensures efficient data transmission during ground station passes.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Spectral Bands | 32 |
| Sensor Format | 640×480 |
| Bit Depth | 12-bit |
| Compression | CCSDS |
| Power Consumption | ~10 W |
| Data Interface | I²C |
System Components
Hyperspectral Camera
Compact imaging sensor capturing 32 spectral bands across visible and near-infrared wavelengths. Enables detailed spectral analysis for vegetation health, water quality, and land classification.
Data Processing
On-board CCSDS compression algorithm reduces data volume by up to 4:1 while preserving spectral fidelity. Enables efficient storage and transmission of hyperspectral datacubes.
Pipeline
An end-to-end pipeline supporting high-impact computer vision tasks, including semantic segmentation, object detection, and anomaly detection.
Applications
Vegetation Monitoring
Crop health assessment, forest cover analysis, agricultural yield prediction, and early detection of plant stress through spectral signature analysis.
Environmental Analysis
Water quality monitoring, land use classification, environmental change detection, and coastal zone mapping using multi-spectral indices.