Characterization and Calibration of the Agema 880+ Imaging Radiometer
Abstract
With traditional flare measurements, a flare is assumed to be a point source since it is a relatively small target viewed at a relatively long range. However, when the flare area becomes sufficiently large in relation to the viewing range the flare must be treated as an extended source and the spatial characteristics of the flare must be considered. The ability of an imaging radiometer to provide spatial information makes this instrument ideal for area type flare measurements. This report outlines a series of calibration and characterization procedures performed on the AGEMA 880+ thermal imager. The project objectives were to: (1) Verify the accuracy of 880+ measurements; (2) Perform an external calibration of the 880+ system; and (3) Reduce radiometric data and produce false color images. The work was performed at the Naval Surface Warfare Center - Crane Division (NSWC-CD).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 23, 1993
- Accession Number
- ADA274417
Entities
People
- Jeff Hendrixson
- Tim Bradley
Organizations
- Naval Surface Warfare Center