Corning's standard low earth orbit (LEO) hyperspectral imaging platform

Abstract

Corning Incorporated has leveraged its industry leading space based hyperspectral technology to create an advanced Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Payload. We outline the specifications, performance, and capabilities of this new standard in LEO Hyperspectral Imaging (HSI). Corning’s new product platform is capable of ⪅8m GSD imaging across the 400nm-2500nm spectral band with high dispersion. It has onboard computing, storage, and processing capabilities which enhance its exceptional optical and sensor performance. Corning’s design exceeds the launch stress requirements of standard LEO Transporter vehicles, such as the SpaceX Falcon-9, and has been proven on multiple successful LEO missions. The product platform contains a flexible electro-mechanical interface design suitable for a variety of host bus platforms and functions.