Australia looks towards space with force restructure, investment and training
Australia is looking to improve its presence in space with a focus on communications and creating a dedicated segment of its defence forces committed to the domain.
Sofradir demonstrates SWap-C LEO
Sofradir will demonstrate its new-generation SWap-C LEO VGA format infrared detector at AeroIndia in Bangalore on 18-22 February.
SWap-C LEO is a lightweight infrared detector optimised for weight, size, cost and performance and enables the integration of lighter, smaller, lower-powered devices.
Orders for the new detector are already in the pipeline and it is entering commercial production. Deliveries are planned to begin in the second quarter of 2015.
The SWap-C LEO detector measures 100x70x50mm and weighs 300g. It is 15% smaller and 20% lighter than previous mid-wave infrared detector models, while maintaining a high detection range and image resolution. Its weight and dimensions make it suitable for hand-held thermal imagers, unmanned vehicles, helicopters and gimbals.
Laurent Fullana, general manager, Sofradir, said: 'We are excited to show our VGA 15 micron pixel pitch SWap-C LEO to systems integrators and other AeroIndia visitors. We have already received strong interest from developers of airborne systems.'
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