Space and scientific instrumentation
To better understand humanity’s place in the universe, hunt for exoplanets and search for extraterrestrial life, researchers use advanced high-tech instrumentation. For decades, TNO has developed these instruments. A technological heritage that now places us at the forefront of optical satellite communication and a space-enabled quantum internet, that will provide secure broadband connectivity across the world.
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Pioneering space innovation
From pioneering climate research and satellites for observation systems to non-invasive medical research, chip manufacturing and satellite communications.
Our latest developments
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Laser projection systems
Laser projection systems create artificial guide stars for astronomy, which are used as a beacon to correct for optical atmospheric turbulence.
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Deformable mirrors
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AAC Clyde Space to commercialize TNO’s laser terminal for satellite communication
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Dutch satellite instrument achieves milestone in laser data transfer to Earth
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TNO joins European collaboration to develop global quantum internet enabled from space
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