ASENSE’s ultra‑compact SWIR camera payload mounted on QURV drone platform.
The first flight tests for the innovative SWIRFIRE project were successfully conducted on December 17, 2025, in our indoor test facility. The tests validated the performance of our ultra‑compact shortwave infrared (SWIR) camera system for UAVs (drones), featuring cutting‑edge colloidal quantum dot (CQD) technology developed by consortium partner QURV.
The SWIRFIRE project, coordinated by RTS and including partners QURV and ASENSE, focuses on enabling object detection and recognition in very low‑visibility conditions, critical for applications such as forest fire prevention, precision agriculture, environmental monitoring, and circular economy initiatives.
During the indoor flight tests, the SWIRFIRE camera payload demonstrated stable image acquisition during UAV flight maneuvers, confirming vibration resistance and thermal stability. These results mark a significant milestone, proving the system’s readiness for real‑world deployment in fire detection, crop monitoring, water/air quality control, and soil analysis. The ultra‑compact SWIR camera reduces energy consumption while maintaining superior performance, aligning with circular economy principles by leveraging efficient quantum dot technology.
Next Steps for SWIRFIRE
Following these successful indoor tests, the project advances to outdoor validation and field trials targeting forest fire prevention and precision agriculture applications. ASENSE continues to refine the SWIR payload for commercial deployment, positioning it as a game‑changer for drone‑based environmental monitoring and emergency response.
Learn more about the SWIRFIRE project and ASENSE’s role in UAV SWIR cameras, quantum dot imaging, and space‑grade optics at www.asensenova.com/en/project/swirfire/ . Contact our team to discuss custom SWIR solutions for your drone missions or photonic applications.
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