High Speed Cameras White Papers and Case Studies

1. Unsteady Flow Physics Of Dynamic Stall 8/15/2023

   High-speed cameras capture slow-motion video of high-speed events for aerospace research. The University of Illinois uses Photron's FASTCAM Mini to study vortex structures on dynamically pitching wing surfaces.

2. Thermo-Acoustic Oscillations In Gas Tubine Engines 8/15/2023

   Dr. Sina Kheirkhah's research at the University of British Columbia studies thermo-acoustic oscillations in combustion equipment to prevent damage using high-speed cameras and ultraviolet image intensifiers.

3. Exploring The Effects Of Contact Explosives On Concrete Columns 12/12/2022

   Researchers used Phantom cameras to study how explosives affected various concrete structures with the hopes of improving their ability to safely demo buildings in urban environments.

4. Bionic Technology Analyzed Precisely 10/21/2022

   The Max Plank Institute for Intelligent Systems has dedicated itself to complex fundamental research using a Phantom Ultrahigh-speed (UHS) Camera for precise observation and versatile analysis.

5. Cinematic Revolution In Human Movement 9/27/2022

   A Chilean-born cinematographer uses Phantom high-speed cameras to capture and articulate body movement in new, visually striking ways.

6. Documenting Supersonic Jets Midair With High-Speed Cameras 8/16/2022

   Using a Flex4K-GS high-speed camera, one filmmaker has captured breathtaking footage of supersonic jets maneuvering midair — breaking new artistic and engineering ground.

7. Using High-Speed Cameras To Analyze Fruit Fly Biolocomotion 8/16/2022

   Using Phantom high-speed cameras, Cornell University researchers analyze the biolocomotion of fruit flies  a complex natural process that inspires the development of micro air vehicles.

8. A High-Speed Look At Additive Manufacturing 8/15/2022

   In this case study, we look at how a Phantom high-speed camera enabled researchers to better understand the laser-matter interaction in additive manufacturing processes.

9. Cytometry Gets Fast 3/12/2021

   Flow cytometry plays an increasingly important role in cell analysis. Modern flow cytometry, which can support cancer research and drug development, has analyzers that allow researchers to characterize the image of single cells. This characterization provides insights into a variety of key cellular phenotypes.

10. Stopping The Spread 3/12/2021

    Researchers are looking to understand the efficiency of face masks as COVID-19 rages on. When you compare N95 respirators to handmade cloth coverings, not all masks are created equal. By evaluating a cough or sneeze using a high-speed imaging technique called Background Oriented Schlieren, it’s possible to study mask performance.