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Description
A review of basic Infra-red and Electro-optic theory
focuses on the application of these theories. The initial portion
of the course reviews radiation theory while the remainder presents
a detailed analysis of typical active and passive Electro-optical
systems components. The instruction stresses the most correct
and efficient means of evaluating these systems and predicting
systems performance in both ground and flight environments.
The course will also address Infrared countermeasures and counter-countermeasures
and how to evaluate their effectiveness. Students will learn
to measure Optical and Infra-red spatial frequencies and how
to apply this knowledge in test planning.
Pre-requisites
None
Texts and Reference Materials
Electro-optical Imaging System Performance, Gerald
C. Holst, 3rd edition
NTPS Course Notes
NATO Advisory Group for Aerospace Research and
Development, Electro- Optical System Testing
Instructor Text
Anticipated Student Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course of instruction,
the student will have a basic understanding of theory, flight
test procedures, techniques and data analysis associated with
electro-optic systems. He/she will:
Be familiar with
1. The history, evolution and application of EO
and IR systems
Understand
2. Atmospheric Propagation
3. Target Signatures
4. Sources of Radiation
5. Spatial frequency and Range Predictions
6. Electro-optic and Infra-red Test Techniques
7. Infra-red Countermeasures and Test Techniques
8. Lasers and Laser Range Finders
Sequence of Instruction
History, Evolution and Current Applications of EO Systems
EO Components and Performance Requirements
Passive EO Devices
Sources of Radiation
Atmospheric Properties of Radiation
Target Signatures
Target Tracking and Automatic Target Recognition
Target Discrimination
Range Predictions
Lasers
EO Weapons Systems
Sensor and Data Fusion
Infra-red Countermeasures
Passive EO Systems Flight Test Techniques
Active EO Systems Flight Test |
Instructional
Methodology
Lectures
Ground Labs
Videos
Process of Evaluation
Examinations.
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