Utah State University’s Space Dynamics Laboratory has entered into an mental property licensing settlement with Teledyne Digital Imaging US, Inc., offering Teledyne rights to commercialize SDL-developed sensor electronics expertise. The settlement helps the introduction of a high-resolution space-ready digicam manufactured and commercialized by Teledyne.
Developed by SDL engineers for U.S. Department of War-sponsored house and nationwide safety packages, the expertise contains sensor electronics designs, software program, technical knowledge and related engineering experience.
SDL is sponsored by the U.S. Space Force and is one among 16 Department of War University Affiliated Research Centers. It offers engineering, analysis and growth help to authorities companions, together with the War Department and NASA. UARCs act as trusted advisers of the federal government and have been established to be sure that important engineering and expertise capabilities of specific significance to the federal government are maintained.
“As a Department of War-sponsored research and development laboratory, technology transition is a central part of SDL’s mission to bridge the gap between innovation and application,” stated Michael Larsen, SDL senior program supervisor. “Our responsibility is not only to develop new capabilities, but also to transfer technologies to ensure they can be produced and delivered to the organizations that need them.”
“This agreement reflects the value of collaboration between research institutions and industry,” said Ravi Guntupalli, general manager of Teledyne Scientific Camera Group. “By incorporating SDL’s technology into new camera products, Teledyne will help strengthen U.S. capabilities in space situational awareness, Earth observation, and national security. These products will be engineered and manufactured in the United States, with key facilities in Arizona and New Jersey.”
Under the agreement, Teledyne will further develop, manufacture and support products incorporating the licensed technology for government and commercial customers. SDL will retain rights to continue using the technology for research, educational activities and government-sponsored work.
One of the first products Teledyne will bring to market is a compact, high-performance camera engineered for efficient deployment in demanding space environments. At its core is the Emerald™ 67M CMOS sensor, delivering 67 MP resolution alongside high dynamic range, low noise and global shutter capability. Derived from an industrial platform, the camera and sensor have been qualified for radiation, thermal and vibration conditions in SDL’s development programs, supporting dependable operation across mission profiles spanning low-earth to geostationary orbits.
The agreement builds on the longstanding relationship between SDL and Teledyne and provides a pathway for technology developed through government-sponsored research to be transitioned for broader operational use.
About SDL
Headquartered at USU’s Innovation Campus in North Logan, Utah, SDL is an independent nonprofit corporation owned by USU that solves technical challenges faced by the military, science community and industry and supports NASA’s vision to explore the secrets of the universe for the benefit of all. SDL has field offices in Albuquerque, New Mexico; Chantilly, Virginia; Huntsville, Alabama; Ogden, Utah; and Stafford, Virginia. For more information, visit www.sdl.usu.edu.
About Teledyne
Teledyne is a leading provider of sophisticated digital imaging products and software, instrumentation, aerospace and defense electronics, and engineered systems. Teledyne’s operations are primarily located in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Western and Northern Europe. For more information, visit Teledyne’s website at www.Teledyne.com.