New optical sensor systems for high-resolution satellite, airborne and terrestrial imaging systems

Andreas Eckardt; Anko Börner; Frank Lehmann

doi:10.1117/12.732031

17 October 2007 New optical sensor systems for high-resolution satellite, airborne and terrestrial imaging systems

Andreas Eckardt, Anko Börner, Frank Lehmann

Proceedings Volume 6744, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites XI; 674408 (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.732031
Event: SPIE Remote Sensing, 2007, Florence, Italy

Abstract

The department of Optical Information Systems (OS) at the Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics of the German Aerospace Center (DLR) has more than 25 years experience with high-resolution imaging technology. The technology changes in the development of detectors, as well as the significant change of the manufacturing accuracy in combination with the engineering research define the next generation of spaceborne sensor systems focusing on Earth observation and remote sensing. The combination of large TDI lines, intelligent synchronization control, fast-readable sensors and new focal-plane concepts open the door to new remote-sensing instruments. This class of instruments is feasible for high-resolution sensor systems regarding geometry and radiometry and their data products like 3D virtual reality. Systemic approaches are essential for such designs of complex sensor systems for dedicated tasks. The system theory of the instrument inside a simulated environment is the beginning of the optimization process for the optical, mechanical and electrical designs. Single modules and the entire system have to be calibrated and verified. Suitable procedures must be defined on component, module and system level for the assembly test and verification process. This kind of development strategy allows the hardware-in-the-loop design. The paper gives an overview about the current activities at DLR in the field of innovative sensor systems for photogrammetric and remote sensing purposes.

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Andreas Eckardt, Anko Börner, and Frank Lehmann "New optical sensor systems for high-resolution satellite, airborne and terrestrial imaging systems", Proc. SPIE 6744, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites XI, 674408 (17 October 2007); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.732031

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