A Platform Independent Application of Lux Illumination Prediction Algorithms

Abstract

Naval Aviators require prior knowledge of the time and location of astronomical phenomena in order to properly plan and execute combat and training operations during the hours of darkness using Night Vision Devices (NVD's). This thesis presents a computer application of illumination prediction algorithms which predict the time of selected astronomical phenomena. This computer program is platform independent (given the proper libraries), event-driven, object- oriented, and utilizes a Graphical User Interface (GUI). Using this application, operators in the field will be able to determine the time of selected phenomena and the quantity of illumination, measured in Lux, for a given time and date. Illumination, NVG, Illumination Prediction

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1994
Accession Number
ADA283669

Entities

People

  • Michael T. Lester

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Algorithms
  • Altitude
  • Astronomical Phenomena
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Engineering
  • Graphical User Interface
  • Night Vision
  • Night Vision Devices
  • Operating Systems
  • Spectra
  • United States
  • User Interface
  • Visible Spectra
  • Warfare
  • Word Processors

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  • Circadian Sleep-Wake Regulation and Chronobiology
  • Computational Modeling and Simulation
  • Database Systems and Applications