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MSD SYSTEM INSTALLATION |
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The Electro-Optical System consists of 3 Sony XC-7500 CCD
video cameras with extended infrared sensitivity.
This system can be configured to capture information in many
different regions of the visible and near infrared spectrum
by simply changing the optical filtration. The signals from the
cameras are digitally captured using a 32-bit Everex video capture
board, and are recorded to Iomega zip drives. A GPS encoder records
aircraft position, speed, and time of image acquisition. A real-time
video signal helps the pilot identify imaging targets.
Camera gain settings are controlled manually and proper colour balance is
achieved through the use of a waveform monitor.
The MSD is mounted in the rear camera port of a Cessna T185C aircraft that has been modified for aerial survey. |
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CCD Cameras and Filters
Photographic Camera System