NIREOS HERA hyperspectral cameras

HERA HYPERSPECTRAL CAMERAS

High precision hyperspectral imaging designed to meet the needs of science, industry and research.

HERA Hyperspectral Cameras

The HERA hyperspectral cameras are the only hyperspectral systems on the market to employ our patented Fourier Transform-based approach, which provides exceptional spatial and spectral resolution and high sensitivity in low-light conditions.

HERA Models:

VNIR

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VIS-SWIR 

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Discover our HERA Hyperspectral Cameras

Our HERA portfolio include compact and high-quality hyperspectral cameras covering spectral ranges from VNIR (400-1000 nm) and SWIR (900-1700 nm) to eSWIR (1200-2200 nm) and VIS-SWIR (400-1700 nm), offering tailored solutions for diverse industrial and scientific applications.
Discover all the models in our product range.

Working Principle

All the HERA hyperspectral cameras are based on a Fourier Transform (FT) approach: the data-cube is acquired in the time-domain, by step-scanning our compact ultra-stable interferometer in front of the bidimensional sensor. The software then automatically computes an FT at each and every pixel of the image, providing the final hyperspectral data-cube.

As a result of an FT, the spectrum at each pixel is a continuous curve, so the number of bands is virtually unlimited, not defined by the hardware.

Hyperspectral in action

Hyperspectral imaging unveils details invisible to the human eye, revolutionizing research and industry alike.
From analyzing artifacts and artworks to advancing the semiconductor industry, this powerful technology ensures precise identification and classification. Whether detecting counterfeit drugs with unmatched accuracy or sorting plastics for efficient recycling, hyperspectral imaging transforms how we understand and interact with the world around us.

RGB image of two different leaves
Hyperspectral image of two different leaves
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Segmented Hyperspectral
RGB image of a building before hyperspectral imaging
Image of a building after hyperspectral imaging by NIREOS
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Segmented Hyperspectral

Exploit BUILT-IN FUNCTIONS or EXPORT the DATA in standard formats*
for an in-depth statistical analysis.

* Standard formats include Matlab, ENVI, Perception Studio, perClass Mira

Easy coupling with microscopes

The HERA can be easily connected to the camera port of any microscope (upright or inverted), through the Microscope Adapter that we provide.

Once connected, the HERA can measure hyperspectral images at a microscopic scale, in reflectance, transmittance or fluorescence geometry, without the need of any special calibration procedure.

Click the button below to watch a video tutorial showing how to couple the HERA hyperspectral camera to a commercial microscope, to perform hyperspectral imaging in microscopy

HERA Starter Pack

Get everything you need to acquire your first hyperspectral data.

HERA Starter Pack aims to provide everything* needed to start measuring, letting you focus on your application without having to worry about the equipment.

The Starter Pack contains: 

  • HERA hyperspectral camera;
  • Laptop, with the HERA software package (Acquisition App and HyperLAB);
  • Tripod;
  • Microscope Adapter, to connect the HERA to the microscope (C-mount type thread);
  • Spectralon (white target for intensity calibration);
  • FOV2 lens, to double the field of view of the camera.

*Illumination system excluded

Hyperspectral Imaging Applications

HERA hyperspectral cameras are trusted by industries and researchers worldwide for applications in material analysis, environmental monitoring, cultural heritage, and scientific exploration. Explore how our cameras drives innovation across different fields.

Hyperspectral cameras excel at drugs identification and characterization by detecting chemical variations in the spectral data.
Hyperspectral imaging is a powerful tool to distinguish plastic materials thanks to their specific spectral features, allowing precise and rapid waste separation and recycling.
Hyperspectral imaging cameras enhance food quality analysis by providing accurate information on samples like meat, fish, fruit, and seeds.
Hyperspectral imaging cameras quantify freshness, shelf-life, and quality in perishable vegetables for smart farming and vertical agriculture.

NIREOS products are marketed and sold worldwide through our local offices and a global distribution network.

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