Co-design of an adaptive hyperspectral imager based on MEMS arrays: From proof of principle to a research prototype

Abstract

We have defined a hyperspectral imager based on micro-mirror MEMS array, that features easily adaptable spectral resolution, adjustable acquisition time, and high spatial resolution independent of spectral resolution. We present the development of an integrated research prototype of the imager, that allows the control of both the micro-mirrors array and CMOS data reading from the same FPGA board, so as to allow the definition of acquisition schemes adapted to the scene in real time.