Metahelios develops next-generation camera chip color filter technology to enhance visual clarity in image sensors. Their Metafilter technology captures superior color definition and offers 30% enhanced sensitivity for low-light photography. This innovation simplifies manufacturing supply chains for smartphone and other imaging applications.
Funding
$110K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional hyperspectral cameras are bulky and heavy, which limits their use in applications where size and weight are critical, such as in defense and space exploration. The size and weight also increases costs associated with deployment and integration.
Solution
Metahelios develops metasurface-integrated cameras that utilize pixelated shortwave infrared (SWIR) filter arrays to capture multispectral images. This technology achieves a significant reduction in size (50x smaller) and weight (16x lighter) compared to conventional hyperspectral cameras. By integrating color and polarization data capture into a single device, the cameras enhance detection and analysis capabilities for demanding imaging applications. The core innovation lies in the use of metasurfaces to create compact, on-chip pixelated cameras that overcome the limitations of traditional optical components.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes organizations in the defense and space sectors that require advanced, compact, and lightweight imaging solutions.
Features
- Metasurface-integrated design for extreme miniaturization and weight reduction
- Pixelated shortwave infrared (SWIR) filter arrays for multispectral imaging
- Simultaneous capture of color and polarization data
- Optimized for defense and space applications
- On-chip pixelated camera technology