Feasibility Test of a Target Contrast Measurement Technique.
Abstract
This report describes a test conducted to determine the feasibility of using a photographic/microdensitometer technique to determine target contrast at event times for combat air support and target detection/acquisition/identification tests. Data obtained from this test, with related problems and limitations, are presented and analyzed. The data consist primarily of target luminances and contrasts as functions of atmospheric attenuation, slant ranges to the targets, elevation angles, weather parameters, and camera/lens combinations. Statistical comparisons are made between photometrically determined and microdensitometer derived luminances, contrasts, and contrast transmission parameters. It was determined that it is feasible to use a photographic/microdensitometer technique to determine target-to-background contrasts. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1973
- Accession Number
- AD0910699
Entities
People
- James E. Coursey
Organizations
- Air Armament Center