Near Ambient Radiation Sources As Applied To Thermal Imaging Systems

G. E. Sundeen

doi:10.1117/12.933761

28 December 1982 Near Ambient Radiation Sources As Applied To Thermal Imaging Systems

G. E. Sundeen

Proceedings Volume 0344, Infrared Sensor Technology; (1982) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.933761
Event: 1982 Technical Symposium East, 1982, Arlington, United States

Abstract

Performance evaluation or acceptance testing of IR imaging and target recognition systems requires precise means of controlling radiant energy at near ambient conditions. Small, precisely controlled differences in background and target radiation must be maintained to evaluate the capability of the system to produce a discernable image. In addition to the consideration of technology to maintain this control, attention is given to means of automation to reduce the manpower intensity of testing and aligning complex imaging systems. This paper will discuss the several disciplines of technology that must be applied and integrated to achieve the end result of automated precision radiation control.

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G. E. Sundeen "Near Ambient Radiation Sources As Applied To Thermal Imaging Systems", Proc. SPIE 0344, Infrared Sensor Technology, (28 December 1982); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.933761

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