
Key highlights
Scanway Camera System (SCS) is a series of vision systems for space that consist of cameras and other sensors for its operation and have the ability to analyze changes or processes using machine learning and AI-based vision algorithms. Applications of vision systems in space: self-diagnosis of space vehicle modules and objects approaching the vehicles, observation of space vehicle processes while operating in space, control of production and service processes in space, possible applications to SSA.
SCS available configurations:
- SingleCam – Space Camera Unit including camera, optics and different interface options. This configuration allows framing capturing with a standalone camera.
- MultiCam – Space Image Acquisition System including multiple SingleCam modules, optional basic image processing and tailored communication interface. This configuration allows to frame and video capturing and simple processing.
- SmartCam – Space Image Processing System including MultiCam features and advanced data processing with AI capabilities. Current configuration is featured by advanced imager options and real-time advanced image processing.
Applications
- Space situational awareness
- Spacecraft self-diagnosis
- Space exploration
- Scientific missions, R&D missions support
Key features
- Functional modules to enable multiple applications
- Thermographic cameras and sensors to identify overheating components
- Cameras mounted on the boom to diagnose external structures, solar panels, and breakdown mechanisms
- Situational cameras
- Radiation dose detection modules
- Data processing on board and transmission to Earth
- Potential to operate in an independent communication channel and independent power supply mode
Customization
Product customization is possible. Scanway can deliver either a tailored-to-fit SCS module or a new solution, depending on the requirements.
Flight heritage
The Scanway Camera System has been successfully tested under space conditions and has achieved Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 9.
Customers
- ESA
- WAT
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Last updated: 2026-01-14

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