Markets
Our sun sensor technology is present in different markets to provide cost-effective solutions for solar tracking applications
Sun Sensor On a Chip technology (SSOC) provides the best solution for satellite attitude determination
Accurate sun position determination
Satellite solar panel positioning
Attitude control failure alarm
Satellite positioning in specific trajectory points
With the know-how obtained after years of experience in the space sector, we have migrated our sun sensor technology to terrestrial applications without losing performance and reliability.
Photovoltaic, CPV, HCPV, CSP, Stirling and Fresnel markets
High accuracy and reliability to reduce costs for solar tracking solutions
Solar MEMS has also developed sun sensors as a flight reference as a complement for other attitude sensors in the aeronautic sector. This technology can be used for:
Stability control
Geographic self-location
Precise operation for navigation systems of UAVs, Drones and RPAS
Solar MEMS provides tailored solutions for sun determination and tracking as support systems for military unmanned vehicles, including:
Ships and rescue boats
Tanks, tractors and trucks, to perform autonomous missions
MEMS technology applied to the miniaturization of sun sensors can be used for automotive heat, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC)
Sun vector determination coupled with solar radiation measurement for environmental comfort
Providing intelligent thermal control in vehicles