EEV began the development of CCDs in 1980, working with the GEC Hirst Research Centre CCD group in . ... In 1985 EEV began the production of high quality imaging CCDs in a dedicated silicon wafer . ... sensor requirements. EEV's CCD design, applications, engineering and test teams are available to discuss customer requirements . ... Space Applications . ... EEV's competence in this area is underlined by its participation in the formulation of the ESA standards for the use of CCDs in space. ...