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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