STEP - EU Project

Challenge accepted, European Commission. 😉🚀 With STEP - EU Project, we’re taking this challenge literally, by building the future of European space imaging. Our mission? To create a fully European supply chain for high-performance infrared detectors (eSWIR FPAs), key components that help us see beyond what’s visible, from Earth observation to deep-space missions. 🌍✨ Through collaboration between leading European research institutes and industry players, STEP is paving the way for: 🛰️ European non-dependence in critical space technologies 🔬 Cutting-edge innovation in infrared sensors and ROIC design 🌌 Enhanced performance and resilience for future space missions Because Europe’s journey to space autonomy begins right here, with innovation, collaboration, and vision. 💫 👉 Follow our page to stay updated on how STEP is shaping Europe’s next space breakthroughs!

𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝟮𝟭 : 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸! 🚀 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 STEP - EU Project, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁? The coming months will be marked by several key milestones, from prototype deliveries to major test reviews, in close collaboration with our partners. A solid roadmap ahead to keep advancing innovation in space technologies. More on our website: https://step-project.eu/

📽️ 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲! This marks the beginning of a video series dedicated to the STEP - EU Project, funded by the European Commission under Horizon Europe and dedicated to building a fully European supply chain for advanced #infrared detectors (#eSWIR #T2SL) for space missions. This video offers a clear overview of the project’s vision, objectives, and strategic importance for European space autonomy, led by four ambitious partners : Airbus Defence and Space, IRnova AB, ISAE-SUPAERO, Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft ➡️ Watch the video on our brand new YouTube Channel here: https://lnkd.in/eBU--miu 💡 More content will follow ! Don’t forget to follow our page to stay updated on the project’s progress. 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 ABGi France

🚀 The STEP - EU Project marks 18 months of progress! We’ve just reached the end of our first reporting period, a key milestone for the STEP project and its ambition to build a fully European supply chain for eSWIR T2SL FPAs. So, where do we stand? ✅ Foundational developments completed 📊 Evaluation and validation now underway 🛰️ On track to support future European space missions First results will be shared soon on our website, stay tuned : https://step-project.eu/

🚀 STEP - EU Project latest achievements ! 🔹 𝗥𝗢𝗜𝗖 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 (ISAE-SUPAERO) The Read-Out Integrated Circuit (#ROIC) is the brain of an infrared sensor. It processes the signals detected and turns them into usable data. The design is now complete and will be ready for fabrication soon. With the last technical questions resolved, this is a major step toward ensuring Europe can develop its own high-performance infrared imaging technology thanks to our project! 💡✅ 🔹 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗨𝗽𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗥𝗥 (IRnova AB) Before being used in space, sensors must be tested in extreme conditions. IRnova has upgraded its test setup to validate the performance of eSWIR detectors in-house. This includes new equipment that can replicate the cold temperatures these sensors will face in orbit. With this setup, we can now ensure these European-made detectors meet the highest standards for space applications. 🔎   🌍 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿? Infrared sensors reveal what the human eye cannot see. They are key to monitoring climate change, tracking environmental changes, and advancing space exploration. By developing these technologies in Europe, we reduce dependence on external suppliers and reinforce European leadership in space imaging.These latest developments bring us closer to one of STEP’s key goals: making eSWIR sensors a reality for future space missions, with technology developed and tested in Europe.🚀🌍 ➡️ Learn more about the project and its goals here: https://step-project.eu/

✨ Happy New Year from all STEP - EU Project partners! As we enter our second year, we’re excited to continue advancing our shared goals and driving impact together. Here’s to another year of collaboration and success! 🚀

🌍 OVERVIEW OF STEP PROJECT - DOWNLOAD OUR FLYER🌍 A few weeks ago, we presented our first poster. Today, we're delighted to share our project presentation flyer with you. This summary document provides a clear, structured overview of the main objectives of the project, highlighting its milestones and expected impacts. For sure you'll have the opportunity to see it at our next events! Feel free to download it! ✅⬇️ IRnova AB Airbus Fraunhofer IAF ISAE-SUPAERO

🌍 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗 𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗣 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 - 𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗕𝗨𝗦, 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 🌍 Today marks another important milestone for the STEP - EU Project, as the consortium gathers in Ville de Toulouse at Airbus Defence and Space for the second General Assembly. The agenda for this key meeting includes: 🔹 Reviewing project progress 🔹 Discussing strategic next steps for 2025 🔹 Reflecting on outcomes from the recent technical review with Simon Silvio Conticello from European Commission A big thank you to Airbus Defence and Space for hosting us and to all consortium members for their dedication and expertise. Together with IRnova AB, ISAE-SUPAERO, and Fraunhofer IAF, we are driving forward cutting-edge research and impactful solutions. Stay tuned for more updates as we move into an exciting phase of the STEP project! 👉 Learn more at step-project.eu

In the STEP - EU Project, IRnova AB has achieved a key milestone with T2SL eSWIR EPI structures growth and characterization. This key milestone has already disseminated into a first commercial product. IRnova showcased at the VISION trade fair a revolutionary #detector, powered by Type-II Superlattice (#T2SL) technology for extended SWIR (#eSWIR) up to 2.5 µm at 200K! This advanced detector, long awaited by industrial and machine vision applications, testified T2SL intrinsic capabilities. trade fair visitors and participants could experience live stunning imagery. But what does this mean for everyone?🌍 This innovation can enhance everything from environmental monitoring, waste sorting, machine vision for quality control – supporting better insights, efficiency, and accuracy across sectors. A great leap forward in infrared technology and for a greener world. Stay tuned on the STEP website: https://step-project.eu/