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Spectral Evolution, a leading manufacturer of the most reliable and accurate UV-Vis-NIR field-portable spectrometers & spectroradiometers, stands at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation in spectral analysis instrumentation. Their cutting-edge, field-portable instruments are both rugged and reliable, rendering them the preferred choice for a multitude of studies globally, encompassing remote sensing, mineral identification, and radiometric calibration. Founded in 2004, Spectral Evolution sells OEM instruments for life science, environmental and online process control.
The rugged field-portable spectroradiometers are specifically designed for the challenges of environmental remote sensing. These instruments excel in various tasks like soil research, vegetation monitoring, crop science, ground-truthing, or climate research, providing unparalleled data quality. The battery-operated NIR spectroradiometers offer an exceptional combination of high resolution and sensitivity, resulting in the most precise spectral data among field instruments available on the market. With a wide variety of accessories and fore optics, these instruments stand out as the most versatile spectroradiometers for all types of measurements, including reflectance, radiance, irradiance, and transmittance.
High-Resolution Field Portable UV-Vis-NIR Spectroradiometers for Remote Sensing
Spectral Evolution specializes in field-portable and laboratory UV-Vis-NIR spectroradiometers and spectrometers tailored for remote sensing applications. These applications encompass geological remote sensing, ground-truthing, spectral remote sensing, environmental and climate research, crop and soil analysis, vegetative studies, forestry and canopy investigations, radiometric calibration transfer, upwelling and downwelling measurement, and more.
Spectral Evolution UV-Vis-NIR spectroradiometers provide:
- Fast, full-spectrum UV-Vis-NIR measurements – 350-2500 nm with just one scan
- Superior reliability in the field with 100% diode array optics with no moving parts
- Bluetooth interface
- Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries for field use
- Lightweight and rugged
- Standalone operation – internal memory holds 1000 scans (PSR+)
- Rugged handheld tablet for field use running DARWin™ LT on Windows 10 with digital camera, and GPS
- Field switchable optics for varying target sizes and measurement modes
All Spectral Evolution UV-Vis-NIR spectroradiometers include their exclusive DARWin™ SP Data Acquisition and Analysis software for one-touch, full range spectroscopic analysis of samples. DARWin™ SP automatically saves data as ASCII files for use with 3rd party software without post-processing.
Common Remote Sensing Applications:
- Ground truthing – validating hyperspectral data
- Environmental research
- Precision agriculture
- Ecosystem change
- Forestry research & canopy studies
- Glacial change & climate studies
- Atmospheric research
- Calibration transfer & satellite sensor validation
- Water body studies
- Plant species identification
- Urban development
- Crop health
- Irrigation assessment
- Soil analysis
- Soil degradation, mapping, & monitoring
- Geological remote sensing
All instruments in the Spectral Evolution Remote Sensing Series feature:
- Fast, full-spectrum UV-VIS-NIR measurements – 350-2500 nm with just one scan
- Superior reliability in the field – 100% diode array optics with no moving parts
- Freedom of movement with no cumbersome cables – Bluetooth connectivity
- Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries for field use
- Lightweight and rugged
- Field switchable optics for varying target sizes and measurement modes
- Automatic exposure control and auto-shutter for error-free operation
- NIST- traceable calibration for spectral radiance & irradiance measurements
- Exclusive DARWin™ SP Data Acquisition and Analysis software for one-touch, full range spectroscopic analysis of samples
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