On the development of wide-field spectral imagers for ESA's Aurora-D mission

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Wide-field multi-spectral imagers are being developed to provide continuous 24/7 monitoring of the Auroral Oval as part of the ESA Space Weather program. These instruments utilize small-satellite constellations to capture ionospheric status and particle precipitation patterns in real-time. This technological advancement allows for persistent space weather observations, which are crucial for characterizing the Sun-Earth interaction and safeguarding space infrastructure.