Fraunhofer AVIATION & SPACE
Our technology field is dedicated to the development and improvement of surfaces, coatings and coating processes as well as the further development of active and passive optical systems. We are your reliable source for innovative solutions in space technology.
Benefits for the aerospace industry:
We offer specific solutions for the development and small series production of coatings for assemblies, components and structures. We do not strive for isolated solutions, but work closely together to create comprehensive system solutions.
Our core tasks include:
- Coating of lightweight materials
- Coating of optical components
- Development of optical systems
- Laser technology
Coating processes:
Our expertise extends to the coating of lightweight materials and the refinement of optical components. With our bonding technology and millimetre wave imaging, we set standards in space technology.
Laser technology:
We offer state-of-the-art beam sources for LIDAR systems for distance measurement and detection of trace gases. Our diode lasers are specifically designed for optical intersatellite links, while we also offer laser beam soldering for demanding applications.
Our research covers the following key areas:
- Coatings and laser technology
- Millimetre wave imaging
- Laser technology for LIDAR and interferometry
- Degradation analysis down to low temperatures
- Measurement of the reflection properties of materials
- Optical spectroscopy
- Hardware development for telescopes and spectrometers
- Quantum sources
We are at your side as a partner to support your demanding space projects with customised solutions.
Take a look at our project examples
Find out more about Fraunhofer contributions to space missions