Stage 1 - Processing of the active layers of the TWIST demonstrator; assembly (11/02/2025 - 31/12/2025)

1.1 Fabrication of vanadium dioxide (VO2) active layers by Pulsed Laser Deposition (PLD)

1.2 Optimization of the infrared emissivity of the VO2 active layers

1.3 Extensive characterization of the VO2 layers

1.4 Experimental model testing and elaboration of test reports

1.5 Morphological, structural, optical, and chemical composition testing of the device components

1.6 Fabrication of optimized device components by PLD

1.7 Device integration and realization of electrical connections for the Peltier plates

1.8 Report on device assembly

1.9 Filing patent applications

1.10 Dissemination of results

Stage 2 - Testing and Optimization of the TWIST Device (01/01/2026 - 31/12/2026)

2.1 Testing of infrared camouflage properties

2.2 Optimization of the infrared camouflage device

2.3 Testing in simulated real conditions

2.4 Testing of communication and encryption

2.5 Report on advanced testing

2.6 Preparation for final delivery of the device

2.7 Dissemination of results