Sensor with 100,000 times higher sensitivity could bolster thermal imaging
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DefenceTalkDefenceTalkArmy-funded research developed a new microwave radiation sensor with 100,000 times higher sensitivity than currently available commercial sensors. Researchers said better detection of microwave radiation will enable improved thermal imaging, electronic warfare, radio communications and radar. Researchers published their study in the peer-reviewed journal Nature. The team includes scientists from Harvard University, The Institute of […]https://www.defencetalk.com/sensor-with-100000-times-higher-sensitivity-could-bolster-thermal-imaging-76426/
Nano-Hyperspec Sensor Payload For Small Hand-Launched UAVs
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DefenceTalkIn extending technological leadership within the remote sensing market, Headwall announced availability of its new Nano-Hyperspec sensor for commercial UAV deployment. The low-cost hyperspectral sensor operates in the VNIR (400-1000nm) spectral range and includes onboard data processing and storage to minimize size, weight, and power constraints inherent with small, hand-launched UAVs. The Nano-Hyperspec sensor can […]https://www.defencetalk.com/nano-hyperspec-sensor-payload-for-small-hand-launched-uavs-60006/
New Sensor Pack for Sagem’s Patroller UAV
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DefenceTalkEUROSATORY 2014: Sagem (Safran) just tested and integrated successfully a new generation optronics multi-sensors suite on its Patroller endurance UAS. Tested in France between April and June 2014, during a campaign of 30 flights, this new optronics suite is based on a Euroflir 410 gyrostabilised turret. It is characterized by extended capabilities for long distance […]https://www.defencetalk.com/new-sensor-pack-for-sagems-patroller-uav-59915/
Lockheed Martin Links Ground Sensor Network With UAVs
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DefenceTalkA wireless ground sensor network developed by Lockheed Martin will soon have the option of being fully integrated with Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. Lockheed Martin’s Self-Powered Ad-hoc Network (SPAN), a wireless ground sensor system will be able to connect with unmanned vehicles to provide ubiquitous coverage and persistent surveillance of designated areas. “SPAN is essentially a […]https://www.defencetalk.com/lockheed-martin-links-ground-sensor-network-with-uavs-49444/
Northrop Grumman Maturing Key Triton Unmanned Aircraft Sensor
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DefenceTalkNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) has completed more than 25 flight tests of the U.S. Navy Triton unmanned aircraft system’s (UAS) primary maritime surveillance sensor in preparation for its installation on the aircraft. The company is conducting risk-reduction tests of the Multi-Function Active Sensor (MFAS) using a Gulfstream II surrogate aircraft off the California coast. The […]https://www.defencetalk.com/northrop-grumman-maturing-key-triton-unmanned-aircraft-sensor-49129/
New UAV Sensor for Better Situational Awareness
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DefenceTalkBAE Systems has introduced one of the smallest multispectral sensors available for unmanned systems — an innovation that will help improve soldier situational awareness by reducing the time required to identify targets. On today’s battlefield, soldiers need the ability to process, understand, and engage with their environment at any time, under any condition or circumstance. […]https://www.defencetalk.com/new-uav-sensor-for-better-situational-awareness-48777/
Smartphone Technology Inspires Design for Smart Unattended Ground Sensor
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DefenceTalkDARPA’s Adaptable Sensor System (ADAPT) program aims to transform how unattended sensors are developed for the military by using an original design manufacturer (ODM) process similar to that of the commercial smartphone industry. The goal is to develop low-cost, rapidly updatable intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) sensors in less than a year, a marked improvement […]https://www.defencetalk.com/smartphone-technology-inspires-design-for-smart-unattended-ground-sensor-47951/
Northrop AAQ-37 Sensor System Demos Hostile Fire Detection Capability
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DefenceTalkNorthrop Grumman Corporation’s AN/AAQ-37 Electro-Optical Distributed Aperture System (DAS), developed for the F-35 Lightning II, has added hostile ground fire detection to its capabilities by successfully detecting and locating tanks that were firing live rounds during preparations for a military exercise. While being flown on Northrop Grumman’s BAC 1-11 test aircraft, the DAS detected and […]https://www.defencetalk.com/northrop-aaq-37-sensor-system-demos-hostile-fire-detection-capability-46757/