Mid Infrared Photonics – Germanium on Silicon structures for spectroscopic sensing
This project is the latest addition in a programme of work to develop miniature mid-infrared (MIR) gas sensors using novel...
MEMS Fourier Transform Spectrometer for Earth Observation
Lightweight, power-efficient, low-cost, yet efficient, sensors are highly sought after for space applications. Hyperspectral and ultraspectral (spectroscopic) remote sensors are...
Mid-infrared photonics – laser inscribed optical components
Ultrafast laser inscription (ULI) of glasses is known to produce single- and multi-mode waveguides, which, to date, have mostly been...
Mid IR hollow waveguide integration
One activity within the Spectroscopy Group of RAL Space consists of developing enabling technologies relevant to laser-based instruments for molecular...