The Effect of Flare Flicker on the Recognition Probability of Vehicular Size Targets.
Abstract
The present specifications on flare production are set without any quantitative information on how the various parameters of flare light influence an observer's ability to recognize targets. A study was conducted using a Pyrotechnic Terrain Model to examine one of these parameters, flare flicker, and its effect on target recognition. Illumination necessary for recognition at selected frequencies and at one frequency and several levels of modulation imposed upon a steady illumination level were examined. The study concludes that the average illumination required for recognition is not affected significantly by flicker.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA056239
Entities
People
- Robert B. Davis
Organizations
- United States Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center