The compact and robust enhanced spectral interferometers developed in this program will enable expansion of NASA's astrophysical and Earth science observation capability. The dramatic reduction is size without a reduction in sensitivity can allow spectral sensing technology to expanded platforms such as autonomous vehicles that can more rapidly collect data on species such as green house gases.
The compact sensors enabled by this program could enhance military detection of toxic or explosive chemicals on autonomous aerial platforms or on ground based measurements. These sensors could greatly expand the spectral sensor use in production facilities for quality control and product purity verification.
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