Instrument realisation and verification
Welcome to MAIT, where our innovation in space and other high-tech instruments comes to life. MAIT, short for Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration, and Testing, is the dynamic approach propelling TNO's Space System engineering projects from concept to reality. It's more than a process; it's a mindset that connects every stage seamlessly, from the earliest concept to advanced prototypes.
Creating instruments
MAIT collaborates with IMD (Instrument Model workshop in Delft) and COM (Centre for Optical Manufacturing) to enhance capabilities.
Our mechanical IMD is the heartbeat of precision. Their skill and craftmanship is instrumental in turning design concepts into functional realities. The COM is the domain where optical mirrors and coatings are not just created but perfected. Here vision becomes reality and reflective surfaces transform into gateways to the cosmos.
The integration of IMD, COM, and MAIT is a deliberate cooperation. These synergies strengthen our mission, driving projects toward success as unseen gears in the foundation. IMD and COM, combined with MAIT, create the full picture. From the inception of complex parts through IMD and COM to the assembly in MAIT, we deliver state-of-the-art space and other high-tech instruments. Here, engineering, craftsmanship, and precision culminate in groundbreaking solutions.
The story of our people and facilities
Co-create your projects with us, from conception to realisation in TNO's Space System engineering program. Watch our videos and listen to our stories here:
‘You only do it once and then you do a completely different project.’
‘I’m still learning every day, it’s a complicated process.’
‘I’m very proud of my work. I feel like I’m an important part of the whole process.’
‘The challenges that we have today are already a few iterations of what we did two or three years ago.’
‘We work with so many different projects and so many different expertises that you have to find a way to combine all those to make sure you meet all the requirements.’
‘The most important thing is that you are not thinking about putting people into boxes. The MAIT specialist is also part of the whole team.’
‘The work is challenging because TNO projects demand very high standards and very high accuracy.’
‘It’s so exciting to see how the real instrument looks like once it is integrated.’
‘It’s cutting edge and it’s also fun that most things we do result in a product that works.’
‘Every new request is a new challenge to find a way to meet the requirements.’
‘There’s maybe a handful of people who can do diamond turning to the level we do.’
Contact us
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Fritz de Wit
Functie:Senior MAIT Manager-
Standplaats:Delft - Stieltjesweg
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Email:Email Fritz
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Mariet Broxterman
Functie:Team Lead IMD-
Standplaats:Delft - Stieltjesweg
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Email:Email Mariet
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Stacha Petrovic
Functie:Team Lead COM-
Standplaats:Delft - Stieltjesweg
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Email:Email Stacha
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