AI Imaging
All articles filed under AI Imaging — 18 articles.
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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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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On-Device AI Target Detection: The NEXUS LV0619B Imaging Module
IRmodules' NEXUS LV0619B integrates a neural processing unit directly on the imaging module — delivering real-time AI target detection without an external compute board.
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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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How Far Can Thermal Imaging Really See?
Thermal imaging range depends on target size, focal length, pixel pitch, NETD, and atmosphere. Learn how to estimate detection, recognition, and ID distance.
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Why Are Infrared Lenses So Much More Expensive Than Standard Lenses?
Infrared lenses cost 10–100× more than standard optics. Germanium, IR AR coatings, athermalization, and low volume explain the price gap—with real data.
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Dual-Band Imaging vs Single-Band: When the Extra Channel Earns Its Keep
A systematic comparison of dual-band EO/IR imaging versus single-band — when the additional visible or SWIR channel adds genuine operational value and when it doesn't.
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NETD Explained: What Thermal Sensitivity Really Means for System Designers
A clear explanation of NETD (Noise Equivalent Temperature Difference) for EO/IR system engineers — what it measures, how it's tested, and how it affects real-world detection performance.
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