Compact Optical Imager for Real-time, 3-D Range, Intensity and Fluorescence Mapping of the Ocean Floor

Abstract

Our research is directed toward development of an automated sensor for capturing 3-D images of manmade and natural objects in aqueous environments. We strive to construct a compact instrument capable of real-time imaging and classification of imaged objects using state-of-the-art optoelectronic technology. We expect that this work will have relevance to the in-water investigation and surveillance needs of branches of the U.S. Military, U.S. Intelligence agencies, as well as state and local law-enforcement agencies.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 30, 2003
Accession Number
ADA629485

Entities

People

  • David Costello
  • Eric Kaltenbacher
  • James Patten
  • Kendall Carder

Organizations

  • University of South Florida

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Autonomy
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes
  • Sensors

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acoustic Tracking
  • Algorithms
  • Circuit Boards
  • Detectors
  • Fluorescence
  • Image Processing
  • Intensity
  • Laser Beams
  • Optical Properties
  • Port Security
  • Printed Circuit Boards
  • Printed Circuits
  • Seabed
  • Security
  • Three Dimensional
  • Universities
  • Vehicles

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Computer Vision.
  • Research Science/Academic Research
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics