Astronomy & Space Sciences
Title : | Polarization Imaging Camera for Characterization of planetary atmosphere and surface |
Area of Research : | Astronomy & Space Sciences |
Focus Area : | Electro-optical |
Principal Investigator : | Dr. M V Hanumantha Rao, Research Professor, Dept. of Physcis, Dayananda Sagar University, Bengaluru, Karnataka |
Co-PI: | Shri K Ajay Kumar, Space Applications Centre, ISRO, Ahmedabad |
Contact info : | mvhrao-phy@dsu.edu.in |
Timeline Start Year : | 2024 |
Total Budget (INR): | 28,30,200 |
Details
Executive Summary : | The project aims to study the requirements for polarimetry applications and translating it to Polarimeter imaging system requirements and design of a Sensor and evaluate its performance using simulation studies. |
Equipments : | Workstation with Design Tools, Optical Bench, High Resolution Microscope, Precision Measurement Tools, Mechanical Mounts, Fibre Lamp, Fixtures, holders and mounts, Glass Polishing Machine, Variable Angle Polariscope. |
Achievements : | The project being undertaken by ISRO in collaboration with academia is directly or indirectly beneficial to the society. |
Organizations involved