The project develops advanced uncooled infrared (IR) detector imaging microsystems, designed to benefit multiple markets from traffic and environment monitoring to drones, spectroscopies, and medical and defence applications. Leveraging our cutting-edge nano-thermoelectric bolometer technology, the project focuses on creating a high-performance, cost-effective imager that operates efficiently without the need for cooling as in the corresponding state-of-the-art technologies. The competitive advantages of the technology are the cost-effective IR detectors which, due to the utilization of thermoelectric and optical nano-membranes within an integrated design, operate at far greater speeds and higher sensitivity than the state-of-the-art uncooled detectors. The project demonstrates the use of the imager for industrially relevant applications and contributes to the broader goal of enhancing traffic safety, environment awareness, health, and defence through technological innovation.

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2027