IR camera for NEO detection based on Compressive Sensing technologies

Compressive Sensing (CS) techniques are well suited to the infrared (IR) spectral range where they can be exploited in order to reduce payload budgets, data throughput and costs. This paper presents the preliminary study of a new CS-based instrument concept for space applications. The payload was designed for on-board detection of Near Earth Object (NEO). Although some technologies needed for the payload development are not yet completely mature, the results of simulations are very promising.