Laboratory Characterization of Two RADC (Rome Air Development Center) 160x244 Platinum Silicide Sensors

Abstract

Laboratory imaging performance tests were conducted on two Rome Air Development Center (RADC) 160x244 Platinum Silicide (PtSi) Sensors. Both cameras were tested using their RS-170 analog composite video outputs. Digital posts were not available for both cameras during the test period. The RADC/NV Digital Image Processor 160x244 was tested with both 100 micrometers, fl.8, 3.4-4.2 micrometers and 299mm, f 2.35, 3.4-4.3 micrometer germanium lenses. The RADC/ AFGL Silicide Infrared Imaging Radiometer was tested with a specially baffled (for reduced internal reflection) 100 micrometers f 1.8 germanium lens. Tests were conducted as part of a comparative evaluation of PtSi versus Mercury- Cadmium-Telluride (NgCdTe) technology for imaging applications. Keywords: Forward locking infrared sensors; Staring array.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1987
Accession Number
ADA199323

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  • Brian J. Yasuda

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  • Wright Laboratory

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  • Advanced Electronics
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  • Sensors

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  • Air Force
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