EO/IR (Electro-Optical/Infrared) sensors are essential in aviation for real-time, all-weather surveillance, tracking, and mission success. These systems combine EO imaging for daylight and IR for night or poor visibility, enabling high-precision detection and monitoring. Key features include real-time video streaming, day-and-night operation, gyro-stabilized platforms, long-range detection, and multi-spectral imaging. Widely used in defense, border control, SAR, maritime patrol, and environmental monitoring, EO/IR sensors help locate individuals, detect heat anomalies, and support mapping with reliable and versatile imaging across diverse conditions.
SWIR Technology in EO/IR Sensors
Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) enhances EO/IR sensors by delivering clear imagery through haze, smoke, and fog, where traditional IR may struggle. Operating in the 0.9–1.7 µm range, SWIR resists thermal crossover and uses natural light sources like moonlight for effective low-light imaging. This makes it ideal for surveillance, SAR, and environmental monitoring, boosting situational awareness in all conditions.
