Non-line-of-sight optical sensors applications

Last updated: 18.7.2025
Grant

The 'Non-line-of-sight optical sensors applications' program, part of the European Defence Fund (EDF), aims to revolutionize optical sensing by enabling perception beyond direct line-of-sight. This initiative seeks to develop disruptive optical technologies, particularly in computational and quantum imaging, to dramatically enhance situational awareness and observation capabilities in military operations.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the funding program, and its primary objectives, focusing on advancing defence capabilities through innovative optical sensing technologies.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on disruptive optical sensor technologies for defence applications and the developmental stages of supported innovations.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides information on the type of financial support offered under the program and the expected funding amount for eligible projects.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for participation, covering application stipulations, collaboration rules, and specific technical and functional expectations for funded projects.

Application Procedure

This section provides an overview of the application process, detailing where to find relevant documents and how the submission and evaluation procedures are structured.

This section details the fundamental legal and official documents that establish and govern the 'Non-line-of-sight optical sensors applications' funding program.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

60.000.000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

Closed

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

DEFIS

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