Feasibility Study for a Dual Field of View-Single Detector Array Infrared System.
Abstract
An analytical study was conducted to determine the feasibility of multiplexing two infrared images, gathered by two separate lens systems, at a coincident focal plane thereby permitting utilization of only one infrared detector array for 'time shared' processing of both images. The study was primarily directed towards determining the feasibility and practicality of, dual image opto-mechanical scanning techniques, and retaining flicker-free video presentations by storing and processing the multiplexed IR video. The results of the study show that the concept is feasible and that hardware can be implemented by using state-of-the-art techniques. The investigation into scanning techniques and data storage media indicates that the most suitable hardware implementation would consist of a 'Collimated Dual Galvanometer' Optical Scanner and a Storage Refresh Memory using MOS Shift Registers.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- ADA005658