Last week, Ommatidia LiDAR proudly joined the FMCW LiDAR ESA Workshop, hosted by the European Space Agency. This event gathered top researchers and engineers from across Europe to discuss how LiDAR technology can support space missions and Earth observation.
During the workshop, our VP of Research, Prof. Gregory Pandraud, gave a presentation titled:
“PIC-Based FMCW LiDAR: Advancing from Precision Metrology to Planetary Landing.”
In his talk, he explained how photonic integrated circuits (PICs) can transform LiDAR by offering:
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Multiple parallel FMCW channels (128+)
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High precision through interferometry and Doppler sensing
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Small, solid-state designs perfect for space missions
As a result, his presentation sparked strong interest and aligned well with the workshop’s goals.
The Q2 Laser RADAR: Designed for Aerospace
Q2 Massively Parallel Laser Radar for 3D Vibrometry & Micron-Level Metrology Scanner by Ommatidia LiDAR
At the FMCW LiDAR ESA Workshop, we also presented the Q2 Laser RADAR, our newest solution for space and aerospace needs.
🔹 Why Q2 Stands Out:
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It uses many channels at once for fast, real-time measurement
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It can detect very small distances and tiny movements
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It tracks vibration for structural health monitoring
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It’s compact, durable, and made with integrated photonics
Because of these features, the Q2 is well-suited for:
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Helping spacecraft land safely
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Supporting docking and formation flight
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Checking satellite parts for damage or wear
👉 More about Q2: https://ommatidia-lidar.com/product/q2-laser-radar
Clearly, this solution fits perfectly with the mission of the FMCW LiDAR ESA Workshop.
Working Together: ESA, TNO, and SPATIAL
We thank Pol Ribes and the team at ESA for organizing such a meaningful event. Their support allowed us to share our vision and connect with other experts.
In addition, we’re proud of our partnership with TNO, where we worked on the ANT LiDAR series. This system is small, powerful, and ready for action in the air or space.
🔹 What ANT Offers:
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Sharp 3D point clouds
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Very low size, weight, and power needs
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Useful for drones, robots, and small satellites
👉 More about ANT: https://ommatidia-lidar.com/product/ant-series-next-generation-lidar
We also thank Fabrizio Silvestri for our joint work on the SPATIAL project. Together, we built tools that use LiDAR and photonics to improve spatial understanding in aerospace missions.
What’s Next for Ommatidia LiDAR?
Thanks to the FMCW LiDAR ESA Workshop, it’s clear that integrated photonics and FMCW LiDAR are shaping the future of aerospace sensing.
At Ommatidia LiDAR, we’re excited to be part of this change. We will keep building compact, precise, and reliable systems to meet the needs of modern aerospace, robotics, and metrology.
📩 Do you want a demo? Email info@ommatidia-lidar.com
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