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# Compact Spinning Tech Makes Thermal Imaging Bright

**[IEEE Spectrum](https://daily.dev/sources/ieeespectrum)** · 3 min read · 0 upvotes · 0 comments

## Summary

Purdue University researchers have developed the Spinning MetaCam, a compact thermal imaging technology that utilizes advanced metasurfaces. The device has the potential for applications in security, thermography, medical imaging, remote sensing, and autonomous navigation. The researchers are aiming to enhance the camera's spectral resolution and transmission efficiency.

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