Applications For A Small Format Airborne Recorder

Thomas W. Augustyn

doi:10.1117/12.962489

1 February 1990 Applications For A Small Format Airborne Recorder

Thomas W. Augustyn

Proceedings Volume 1156, Airborne Reconnaissance XIII; (1990) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.962489
Event: 33rd Annual Technical Symposium, 1989, San Diego, United States

Abstract

As the reconnaissance community transitions from film to near real time electro-optics, one obstacle has been the data rate limitations of complementary hardware. A modern linear array sensor can easily produce more bits of imaging data than data links, recorders or hard copy devices can handle. This problem is compounded by TDI and staring arrays with still higher pixel counts. While array and sensor manufacturers continue to strive for resolution equivalent to film, the manufacturers of the complementary hardware are also addressing the steps necessary for this transition. However, this task is made even more difficult due to volumetric constraints and cost concerns. This paper describes a small format recorder (less than 19mm) based on Super VHS or S-VHS technology. Rather than being a modified commercial unit, the Super SVCR V-301-A has been designed specifically for the severe environment encountered in airborne applications. Details of the recorder's development are presented, and engineering confidence and environmental testing are also summarized. Current and future growth applications, especially those relating to reconnaissance, are also provided.

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Thomas W. Augustyn "Applications For A Small Format Airborne Recorder", Proc. SPIE 1156, Airborne Reconnaissance XIII, (1 February 1990); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.962489

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