Integrated Optoelectronic Oscillators for Earth Observation and Satellite Communicationsbroad
INTOPTEO · Horizon Europe grant · 2026-06-01–2029-05-31
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About the data
Source: CORDIS (official EU open data), Horizon Europe. Framework HORIZON · call HORIZON-CL4-2025-02 · scheme HORIZON-RIA · topic HORIZON-CL4-2025-02-SPACE-31. CORDIS record →
Objective
The INTOPTEO project develops and demonstrates an Integrated Optoelectronic Oscillator (IOEO) that combines a Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) and a Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit (RFIC) in a compact module. The IOEO provides ultra-stable, tunable signals in the 40–60 GHz band, addressing the increasing demand for high-frequency, low phase-noise local oscillators in EO and SatCom. These capabilities are essential for next-generation 5G/6G non-terrestrial networks and advanced EO missions.INTOPTEO's approach: (i) define system requirements and architecture (UCY), (ii) perform two design and fabrication iterations of the PIC (HHI), (iii) develop the RFIC including low-noise and power amplifiers (VIPER), (iv) integrate PIC and RFIC into IOEO prototypes (UCY), and (v) validate performance in laboratory conditions and operational ground-segment trials (Hellas Sat). This ensures progressive functionality and readiness, targeting TRL 4. UBITECH coordinates management, dissemination, and exploitation.The project establishes IOEO as a new building block for space systems, enabling higher-accuracy climate monitoring, more efficient EO missions, and ultra-stable SatCom links that support seamless 5G/6G non-terrestrial networks, strengthening Europe’s space technology value chain.
Beneficiaries (5)
| Organisation | Country | Role | EC contribution | SME |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GIOUMPITEK MELETI SCHEDIASMOS YLOPOIISI KAI POLISI ERGON PLIROFORIKIS ETAIREIA PERIORISMENIS EFTHYNIS | EL | coordinator | €352,750 | Yes |
| FRAUNHOFER GESELLSCHAFT ZUR FORDERUNG DER ANGEWANDTEN FORSCHUNG EV | DE | participant | €748,417 | |
| VIPER RF LIMITED | UK | participant | €520,266 | Yes |
| UNIVERSITY OF CYPRUS | CY | participant | €362,150 | |
| HELLAS - SAT CONSORTIUM LIMITED | CY | participant | €315,125 |
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