Knowledge Base
All articles filed under Knowledge Base — 106 articles.
Johnson Criteria for Thermal Imaging
Johnson Criteria for Thermal Imaging explain DRI range, pixels on target, lens choice, and OEM trade-offs for LWIR, MWIR, and multi-band OEM modules.
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How Thermal Imaging Works: A Technical Primer for Engineers
A technical explanation of thermal imaging — blackbody radiation, infrared detectors, the imaging pipeline, and what distinguishes high-performance from budget modules.
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What Pitfalls Should You Avoid When Buying Infrared Camera Cores?
Infrared camera core procurement guide covering resolution, NETD, frame rate, interfaces, calibration, drift, delivery, and lifecycle risks.
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SWIR Imaging: The Invisible Light That Changes What You Can See
Short-wave infrared (SWIR) imaging explained — what it sees that LWIR and visible cameras cannot, key application areas, and detector technology considerations.
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DRI in Thermal Imaging: Detection, Recognition, and Identification
DRI in thermal imaging explained for OEM engineers: detection, recognition, identification range, target pixels, optics, NETD, MTF, and sensor trade-offs.
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MWIR vs LWIR: Choosing the Right Infrared Band for Your Application
A technical comparison of mid-wave (3–5μm) and long-wave (8–14μm) infrared imaging — sensitivity, atmospheric transmission, and application trade-offs.
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What Is the Difference Between Infrared Detection, Recognition, and Identification Range?
Infrared detection range, recognition range, and identification range explained with Johnson criteria, pixel count, focal length, target size.
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Germanium vs Chalcogenide Infrared Lenses
Compare germanium vs chalcogenide infrared lenses for LWIR and MWIR modules, covering key transmission, thermal drift, molding, cost, and OEM trade-offs.
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NUC and Calibration in Infrared Cameras: What System Designers Need to Know
A technical explanation of Non-Uniformity Correction (NUC) in infrared imaging systems — how it works, when it triggers, and how to design around it in your product.
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