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Stephen D. Burks

Team Leader of the ASE Facility at DEVCOM C5ISR

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Proceedings Article | 14 June 2023 Presentation + Paper

Microbolometer bad pixel and cluster definitions through defect observations

Stephen Burks, David Haefner, Brian Teaney, Colin Rakes

Proceedings Volume 12533, 1253307 (2023) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2662156

KEYWORDS: Diffraction, Microbolometers, Image processing, Tunable filters, Image quality, Imaging systems, Digital filtering, Staring arrays, Interpolation, Image filtering

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Proceedings Article | 14 June 2023 Presentation + Paper

Decomposing measured noise cubes: SiTF, 3D noise, uniformity, and drift

David Haefner, Stephen Burks, Bradley Preece

Proceedings Volume 12533, 125330N (2023) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2663351

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Temperature metrology, 3D modeling, Thermal imaging cameras, Nonuniformity corrections, Black bodies

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Proceedings Article | 14 June 2023 Presentation + Paper

Creating a calibrated scene for objective measurements of multi-band camera systems

Allen Parker, David Haefner, Stephen Burks, Jonathan Guandique

Proceedings Volume 12533, 125330Q (2023) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2663494

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Sensors, Distortion, Imaging systems, Calibration

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Proceedings Article | 14 June 2023 Presentation + Paper

Measurements and metrics of fixed pattern noise: a new procedure for thermal camera noise measurement

David Haefner, Stephen Burks

Proceedings Volume 12533, 125330T (2023) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2663353

KEYWORDS: Nonuniformity corrections, Cameras, Thermal imaging cameras, Temperature metrology

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Proceedings Article | 27 May 2022 Presentation + Paper

Using canonical shapes (images) for camera characterization

David Haefner, Stephen Burks, Joshua Doe

Proceedings Volume 12106, 1210605 (2022) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2618292

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Imaging systems, Distortion, Point spread functions, Systems modeling, Convolution, Inverse problems, Target detection, Shape analysis

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Proceedings Article | 27 May 2022 Presentation + Paper

System signal to noise ratio measurement for image intensified tubes

Stephen Burks, Christian Sias, David Haefner, Joshua Doe, Brian Teaney

Proceedings Volume 12106, 121060M (2022) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2618941

KEYWORDS: Signal to noise ratio, Cameras, Imaging systems, Image transmission, Sensors, Performance modeling, Image resolution, Image processing

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Proceedings Article | 12 April 2021 Presentation + Paper

High throughput thermal camera characterization

David Haefner, Stephen Burks, Joshua Doe

Proceedings Volume 11740, 1174004 (2021) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2586515

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Targeting Task Performance metric, Statistical analysis, Manufacturing

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Proceedings Article | 14 May 2019 Paper

Evaluating the performance of reflective band imaging systems: a tutorial

Brian Teaney, David Haefner, Joshua Doe, Stephen Burks

Proceedings Volume 11001, 1100103 (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518607

KEYWORDS: Modulation transfer functions, Cameras, Imaging systems, Systems modeling, Performance modeling, Sensors, Targeting Task Performance metric, Data modeling, Image quality, Quantum efficiency

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Proceedings Article | 14 May 2019 Paper

Through display measurement of signal intensity transfer function and noise for thermal systems

Stephen Burks, David Haefner, Joshua Doe

Proceedings Volume 11001, 110010U (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518146

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Cameras, Interference (communication), Image processing, Filtering (signal processing), Signal processing, Displays, Analog electronics, Imaging systems, Image filtering

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Proceedings Article | 26 April 2018 Paper

On the relationships between higher and lower bit-depth system measurements

Stephen Burks, David Haefner, Joshua Doe

Proceedings Volume 10625, 106250A (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2305423

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Black bodies, Quantization, Imaging systems, Signal to noise ratio

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Proceedings Article | 26 April 2018 Paper

Through display system uniformity

Stephen Burks, David Haefner, Joshua Doe

Proceedings Volume 10625, 1062504 (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2305430

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Calibration, Displays, Integrating spheres, Image processing, Sensors, Imaging systems, Modulation transfer functions, Eye

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Proceedings Article | 26 April 2018 Paper

Post-optic MTF measurement using a reference optic

David Haefner, James Stevens, Michael Groenert, Stephen Burks, Miguel Snyder, Conor Dunn

Proceedings Volume 10625, 106250B (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2303972

KEYWORDS: Modulation transfer functions, Sensors, Optical testing, Infrared imaging

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Proceedings Article | 26 April 2018 Presentation + Paper

Instrument for the measurement of normalized spectral response of cameras in the thermal bands

Orges Furxhi, David Haefner, Stephen Burks

Proceedings Volume 10625, 1062503 (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2306533

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Sensors, Optical filters, Black bodies, Long wavelength infrared, Mid-IR, Collimators, Integrating spheres, Imaging systems, Signal to noise ratio

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Proceedings Article | 3 May 2017 Presentation + Paper

Electro-optical field performance validation in the presence of turbulence

Stephen Burks, David Haefner, Joshua Doe

Proceedings Volume 10178, 1017802 (2017) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2261390

KEYWORDS: Turbulence, Image processing, Electro optical modeling, Electro optics, Atmospheric turbulence, Imaging systems, Electro optical sensors, Nonlinear image processing, Process control, Performance modeling, Data modeling, Weapons, Sensors, Video, Sensor performance, Mid-IR, Eye models

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Proceedings Article | 3 May 2016 Paper

Noise measurement on thermal systems with narrow band

Stephen Burks, David Haefner, Joshua Doe

Proceedings Volume 9820, 98200W (2016) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2224051

KEYWORDS: Imaging systems, Black bodies, Mid-IR, Temperature metrology, Sensors, Thermography, Environmental sensing, Infrared imaging, Nitrogen, Interference (communication)

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Proceedings Article | 3 May 2016 Paper

Spatially resolved 3D noise

David Haefner, Bradley Preece, Joshua Doe, Stephen Burks

Proceedings Volume 9820, 98200K (2016) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2222905

KEYWORDS: 3D metrology, 3D modeling, 3D image processing, Imaging systems, Sensors, Nonuniformity corrections, Data modeling, Convolution, Performance modeling, Image processing

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Proceedings Article | 3 May 2016 Paper

Thermal system field performance predictions from laboratory and field measurements

Stephen Burks, David Haefner, Brian Teaney, Joshua Doe

Proceedings Volume 9820, 98200U (2016) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2224054

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Imaging systems, Modulation transfer functions, 3D metrology, Performance modeling, Data modeling, Electro optical modeling, Sensor performance, Environmental sensing, 3D modeling

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Proceedings Article | 12 May 2015 Paper

Signal intensity transfer function determination on thermal systems with stray light or scattering present

Stephen Burks, David Haefner, Thomas Burks

Proceedings Volume 9452, 945206 (2015) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2178150

KEYWORDS: Stray light, Sensors, Collimators, Signal to noise ratio, Imaging systems, Modulation transfer functions, Reflectivity, Light scattering, Scattering, Black bodies

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Proceedings Article | 12 May 2015 Paper

Custom component generation in the night vision integrated performance model

Brian Teaney, David Haefner, Stephen Burks

Proceedings Volume 9452, 94520Q (2015) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2180249

KEYWORDS: Modulation transfer functions, Systems modeling, Contrast transfer function, Visual process modeling, Sensors, Performance modeling, Night vision, Signal processing, Integrated modeling, Transmittance

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Proceedings Article | 12 May 2015 Paper

Blackbox imager characterization, from measurements to modeling range performance

David Haefner, Stephen Burks, Brian Teaney

Proceedings Volume 9452, 945202 (2015) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2180386

KEYWORDS: Signal to noise ratio, Systems modeling, Interference (communication), Performance modeling, Imaging systems, Modulation transfer functions, Visual process modeling, Temperature metrology, Mid-IR, Eye models

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Proceedings Article | 12 May 2015 Paper

Validating machine vision MRT performance against trained observer performance for linear shift invariant sensors

Stephen Burks, Joshua Doe, Brian Teaney

Proceedings Volume 9452, 945204 (2015) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2178149

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Imaging systems, Black bodies, Modulation transfer functions, Machine vision, Temperature metrology, Contrast transfer function, Cameras, Systems modeling, Eye

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Proceedings Article | 29 May 2014 Paper

NVLabCAP: an NVESD-developed software tool to determine EO system performance

Stephen Burks, Joshua Doe, David Haefner, Brian Teaney

Proceedings Volume 9071, 90710X (2014) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2053582

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Modulation transfer functions, Systems modeling, Data modeling, Performance modeling, Video, Image sensors, Cameras, Software development, Imaging systems

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Proceedings Article | 29 May 2014 Paper

Color camera measurement and modeling for use in the Night Vision Integrated Performance Model (NV-IPM)

David Haefner, Jonathan Fanning, Brian Teaney, Stephen Burks

Proceedings Volume 9071, 90710I (2014) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2050402

KEYWORDS: Modulation transfer functions, Cameras, Interference (communication), Performance modeling, Sensors, Quantum efficiency, RGB color model, Visual process modeling, Imaging systems, Systems modeling

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Proceedings Article | 18 May 2012 Paper

Using GStreamer to perform real-time MRTD measurements on thermal imaging systems

Stephen Burks, Joshua Doe, Jonathan Fanning, Bradley Preece

Proceedings Volume 8355, 835504 (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.917728

KEYWORDS: Eye, Image segmentation, Sensors, Imaging systems, Thermography, Black bodies, Video, Minimum resolvable temperature difference, Image processing, Human vision and color perception

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Proceedings Article | 18 May 2012 Paper

Noise estimation of an MTF measurement

David Haefner, Stephen Burks

Proceedings Volume 8355, 835506 (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.917723

KEYWORDS: Modulation transfer functions, Interference (communication), Signal to noise ratio, Imaging systems, Fourier transforms, Spatial frequencies, Systems modeling, Sensors, Performance modeling, 3D metrology

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Proceedings Article | 18 May 2012 Paper

Advanced trend removal in 3D noise calculation

Stephen Burks, Quang Nguyen

Proceedings Volume 8355, 835509 (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.917726

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Thermal modeling, Image sensors, Imaging systems, Thermography, 3D metrology, Systems modeling, Current controlled current source, Performance modeling, Received signal strength

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Proceedings Article | 7 June 2011 Paper

GStreamer as a framework for image processing applications in image fusion

Stephen Burks, Joshua Doe

Proceedings Volume 8064, 80640M (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.884797

KEYWORDS: Image fusion, Image processing, Video, MATLAB, Video processing, Sensors, Frame grabbers, Rapid manufacturing, Cameras, Superposition

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Proceedings Article | 10 May 2011 Paper

Modeling MRT for well-characterized thermal imagers

Stephen Burks, Joseph Reynolds, Kenneth Garner

Proceedings Volume 8014, 801408 (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.885140

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Modulation transfer functions, Eye models, Data modeling, Eye, Systems modeling, Thermal modeling, Performance modeling, Contrast transfer function, Spatial frequencies

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Proceedings Article | 28 April 2010 Paper

Dynamic image fusion and general observer preference

Stephen Burks, Joshua Doe

Proceedings Volume 7710, 77100N (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.850885

KEYWORDS: Image fusion, Sensors, Cameras, Image processing, Video, Image sensors, Data fusion, Algorithm development, Medium wave, Environmental sensing

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Proceedings Article | 22 April 2010 Paper

Display noise effects on infrared system target acquisition performance

Stephen Burks, Brian Teaney

Proceedings Volume 7662, 766210 (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.850881

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Performance modeling, Infrared imaging, Systems modeling, Imaging systems, Cameras, Infrared sensors, Infrared radiation, Target acquisition, Thermal modeling

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Proceedings Article | 1 May 2009 Paper

Improving MTF measurements of under-sampled optical systems

Joseph LaVeigne, Stephen Burks

Proceedings Volume 7300, 73000R (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.818388

KEYWORDS: Modulation transfer functions, Optical filters, Fourier transforms, Signal to noise ratio, Image filtering, Detection and tracking algorithms, Sensors, Optical transfer functions, Algorithm development, Image processing

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Proceedings Article | 22 April 2009 Paper

Validating model predictions of MRT measurements on LWIR imaging systems

Stephen Burks, Kenneth Garner, Stephen Miller, Brian Teaney

Proceedings Volume 7300, 73000D (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.819475

KEYWORDS: Eye models, Systems modeling, Thermal modeling, Sensors, Imaging systems, Forward looking infrared, Eye, Modulation transfer functions, Signal to noise ratio, Thermography

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Proceedings Article | 15 April 2008 Paper

Monotonic correlation analysis of image quality measures for image fusion

Lance Kaplan, Stephen Burks, Richard Moore, Quang Nguyen

Proceedings Volume 6941, 69410A (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.776870

KEYWORDS: Image fusion, Image quality, Image processing, Long wavelength infrared, Quality measurement, Image display, Cameras, Image analysis, Image classification, Image information entropy

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Proceedings Article | 15 April 2008 Paper

A means for calculating the optics MTF of an under-sampled IR imaging system

Stephen Burks, Jeffrey Olson, James Stevens

Proceedings Volume 6941, 694111 (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.777878

KEYWORDS: Modulation transfer functions, Imaging systems, Sensors, Analog electronics, Optical signal processing, Optical testing, Infrared imaging, Objectives, NVThermIP, Systems modeling

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Proceedings Article | 15 April 2008 Paper

Comparison of Fourier transform methods for calculating MTF

Joseph LaVeigne, Stephen Burks, Brian Nehring

Proceedings Volume 6941, 69410Y (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.780653

KEYWORDS: Modulation transfer functions, Apodization, Fourier transforms, Optical transfer functions, Signal to noise ratio, Phase shift keying, Sensors, Systems modeling, Infrared spectroscopy, Algorithm development

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Proceedings Article | 4 May 2007 Paper

Modeling the blur associated with vibration and motion

Richard Vollmerhausen, Mel Friedman, Joe Reynolds, Stephen Burks

Proceedings Volume 6543, 65430U (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.721435

KEYWORDS: Modulation transfer functions, Sensors, Motion models, Eye, LCDs, Optical transfer functions, Imaging systems, Eye models, Teeth, Error analysis

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Proceedings Article | 30 April 2007 Paper

Electronic zoom functionality in under-sampled imaging systems

Stephen Burks, Joseph Reynolds, Jonathan Hixson, Brian Teaney, Richard Vollmerhausen

Proceedings Volume 6543, 65430M (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.723540

KEYWORDS: Zoom lenses, Modulation transfer functions, NVThermIP, Targeting Task Performance metric, Eye, Performance modeling, Imaging systems, Eye models, Contrast transfer function, Systems modeling

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Proceedings Article | 30 April 2007 Paper

An evaluation of fusion algorithms using image fusion metrics and human identification performance

Chris Howell, Richard Moore, Stephen Burks, Carl Halford

Proceedings Volume 6543, 65430V (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.719756

KEYWORDS: Image fusion, Image quality, Long wavelength infrared, Image processing, Superposition, Targeting Task Performance metric, Contrast transfer function, Information fusion, Image enhancement, Discrete wavelet transforms

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Proceedings Article | 12 May 2006 Paper

Characteristics of infrared imaging systems which benefit from super-resolution reconstruction

Keith Krapels, Ronald Driggers, Eddie Jacobs, Stephen Burks, Susan Young, Gerald Holst

Proceedings Volume 6207, 620703 (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.660951

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Imaging systems, Super resolution, Long wavelength infrared, Reconstruction algorithms, Forward looking infrared, Infrared imaging, Image sensors, Mid-IR, Detection and tracking algorithms

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