Controp delivers iSea-30HD to Latvian Navy
Controp Precision Technologies has delivered its iSea-30HD electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) maritime surveillance system to the Latvian Navy, the company announced on 24 October.
Controp has delivered the system with a complete logistics package, including training, operator and technical manuals and spare parts.The system has already entered in operational service with the navy.
The gyro-stabilised iSea-30HD provides a stable, continuous and uninterrupted line-of-sight, ensuring a very clear picture even in rough seas. It interfaces with other onboard systems, including the vessel's radar system providing slew-to-cue functionality.
The iSea-30HD includes the payload electronics box, a control unit, a display, DVR and UPS. The system’s sensitive sensors include a high performance 3-5µ IR detector based thermal imaging camera, with a continuous zoom lens, a high definition colour day camera and an eye-safe laser range finder.
The system also features advanced image processing and video enhancement algorithms, automatic video tracker and an automatic gain control. The system can withstand harsh environmental conditions including fog, salinity and moisture.
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