Thermal Cameras White Papers

1. Advantages Of Developing MWIR Imaging Platforms With Designed-In Zoom Optics 3/5/2021

   Midwave infrared (MWIR) cameras and continuous zoom optics are the preferred solution for providing clear thermal image detail over a range of distances. MWIR systems are common in military, law enforcement, and other long-range surveillance applications. Improvements in MWIR detectors and continuous zoom optics are converging to produce SWaP optimized MWIR integrated solutions, overcoming challenges with design, time to market and other business needs.

2. Using IR Zoom Lenses For Long-Range Security And Surveillance Applications 10/27/2020

   Long-range IR imaging plays an important role in monitoring, tracking, and targeting within security and surveillance markets. Long-range IR cameras must be equipped with high-performance IR lenses that can effectively capture the emitted IR radiation and focus it onto a detector array.

3. Monitoring The Surface Temperature On Curing Epoxy Resin Samples 9/15/2020

   Epoxy resin systems are mostly used as a matrix material in fiber composites. In a variety of manufacturing processes, the corresponding resin system is processed in a flowable state. The material only acquires its rigidity in a subsequent curing process. This is characterized by an exothermic chemical reaction with a pronounced temperature dependence that must be monitored closely. This application note discusses how the VarioCAM® HD research 800 offers a high-end thermography solution for such applications.

4. Utilizing High-Speed 3-D Thermography 8/17/2020

   A new camera system developed by researchers at the Frauhofer IOF in Jena is designed for the 3-D detection of objects with two high-speed, high-resolution, monochrome cameras and a GOBO projector. 

5. The Complete Guidebook On Thermal Screening For Elevated Skin Temperature 8/6/2020

   Infrared thermography, especially with the use of an infrared camera, can detect elevated skin temperatures, which may indicate the presence of a fever. This method offers a vital tool in screening travelers, hospital patients and visitors, warehouse workers, customers, and more.

6. Driver Vision Enhancement (DVE) With SWIR Cameras 7/22/2020

   There are many current DVE systems that use passive thermal imaging systems to enhance a driver’s viewing capabilities while operating in darkness, fog, smoke, dust, etc. SWIR has emerged as a leading technology that meets the needs of DVE. 

7. Silicon Wafer Inspection With SWIR Cameras 6/9/2020

   Silicon inspection can be challenging for silicon and semiconductor manufacturers in terms of pattern alignment, pattern defect inspection, and edge position bonding inspection. Foreign particles and defects may affect the wafers. This article discusses the use of silicon wafer inspection with SWIR cameras.

8. Validating Thermal Protection Before A Space-Shot Launch 6/5/2020

   Neil Tewksbury and his team at the University of Southern California Rocket Propulsion Lab want to blast a rocket into space. As part of an unofficial space race among international universities, Tewksbury and his team don’t just want to be the first team to successfully launch; they want to reach an altitude of 100 km (330,000 ft) above sea level with a rocket made up completely of components that they manufacture themselves. They only get to build one or two rockets every year, so testing components on the ground is essential to building viable rockets.

9. FLIR Thermal Imaging Cameras Monitor Stress Levels Of Helicopter Pilots 6/5/2020

   Helicopter manufacturer Leonardo wanted a reliable, objective way to measure the stress pilots experience in order to design more functional cockpits and offer more efficient training. High-end thermal cameras monitored pilots during flight simulations to see which procedures and operations caused stress.

10. 12 Considerations For Thermal Infrared Camera Lens Selection 11/5/2019

    Many factors must be considered when developing a solution that requires a thermal imager or infrared (IR) camera, such as the application, waveband requirement, minimum resolution, pixel size, and the ability to scale production.