Dual-Mode Detector Ensemble (DUDE)
Abstract
(U)The Dual-Mode Detector Ensemble (DUDE) demonstrates the integration of an uncooled long wave infrared sensor (LWIR) (8-12 microns) with a sensor that operates in the Visible/Near Infrared/SWIR (VNS) (0.4-1.6 microns) spectral range. The integration of this combined day/night focal plane with the broad spectral band flat-format optics will realize a compact day/night rifle sight system. The combined sensor will provide the soldier with the ability to utilize aiming lights registered with the thermal image, see through windows with the reflected light sensors, identify people at night, and see targets on the battlefield designated from other sources, while reducing the logistics burden and weight they have to carry. These together would be a major paradigm shift in the technology. The demonstration array will be a large format long wave infrared array operating at room temperature with four reflected light pixels for each long wave pixel, and evaluated for rifle sight applications. The technology will transition via industry upon successful completion of the program.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- 671146c86fa46a63819d3e21d2cb7eba