EO Sensors & Countermeasures Tech
Abstract
This project determines the technical feasibility of advanced electro-optical aerospace sensor technologies for a variety of offensive and defensive uses. The sensor technologies under development range from the ultraviolet through the infrared portion of the spectrum. Related efforts include improvements in avionics integration, digital processing, analysis tools, and sensor architectures. One of the project's main goals is to improve electro-optical and related technologies for the detection, tracking, and identification of non-cooperative and difficult targets, such as those obscured by camouflage. This project also develops the passive and active imaging sensors and algorithms needed to enable precision targeting in severe weather. These technologies are critical to future aerospace surveillance and targeting. Other project goals include advanced electro-optical threat warning and countermeasures.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- 622003_0602204F_2_3600_PB_2011
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