Key facts
- Pilot Photonics secured a €1M contract from the European Space Agency (ESA).
- The contract is for space-proofing Pilot Photonics' Optical Frequency Generator Unit (OFGU).
- The development aims to meet specific requirements for space-based applications.
Pilot Photonics, an Irish company specializing in integrated photonic engines, has announced a new contract valued at €1 million with the European Space Agency (ESA). The purpose of this contract is to enhance the company's Optical Frequency Generator Unit (OFGU) for space applications, making it 'space-proof'. This development is intended to meet the stringent requirements for technology used in space missions and satellite communications.