Coastal Battlefield Reconnaissance and Analysis (COBRA) Multi-Spectral Illuminator
Navy SBIR FY2015.1
Sol No.: |
Navy SBIR FY2015.1 |
Topic No.: |
N151-053 |
Topic Title: |
Coastal Battlefield Reconnaissance and Analysis (COBRA) Multi-Spectral Illuminator |
Proposal No.: |
N151-053-0905 |
Firm: |
Bodkin Design & Engineering, LLC P.O. Box 81368
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481 |
Contact: |
Brian Imhausen |
Phone: |
(617) 795-1968 |
Web Site: |
www.bodkindesign.com |
Abstract: |
Conventional high brightness sources, such as lasers, arc lamps, and plasma lights are typically not broadband or compatible with multi-spectral imagers. We propose a collection of small and robust emitters collected in a lamp designed to provide full spectrum coverage and sufficient illuminance for imaging using the COBRA system at a height of 915m. The illuminators will be constructed from the most robust and light weight illumination components available, enhanced by custom lenses, robust triggering mechanisms, and a finned aluminum housing to enhance convective cooling. |
Benefits: |
The application includes farm and crop monitoring, geological mapping, terrestrial imaging, ocean sensing and research, as well as numerous law enforcement applications. |
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