Pixel Network (PIXNET) for Dynamic Visualization

Abstract

The Pixel Network (PIXNET) for Dynamic Visualization program enabled individual warfighters with a compact, versatile, and affordable camera for target detection, recognition, and identification (DRI) in both daylight and no-light conditions. The camera eliminates limitations posed by current camera systems. PIXNET enabled real-time fusion of thermal and reflected infrared (IR) imagery, allowing the warfighter to better detect camouflaged targets and distinguish decoys. The program focused on significantly reducing the size, weight, and power (SWaP) of IR sensors, enabling new capabilities for small unmanned aerial vehicles, rifle sights, and vehicle-mounted, helmet-mounted, and handheld systems. In the future, PIXNET capabilities will also enable real-time wireless sharing of video data, which may support a peer-to-peer image-sharing system for establishing a better common operating picture of the battlefield.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2018
Source ID
695d613f88e0ab7cd22eb2d3b50bcbd1

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

  • Distributed Systems and Data Platform Development
  • Human-Computer Interaction (HCI).
  • Sensor Fusion and Tracking Systems.

Technology Areas

  • Autonomy

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