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OPTICAL MECHANICAL SCANNING INFRARED CAMERA [1 record]

Record 1 1986-01-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Calorimetry
  • Thermoanalysis
  • Scientific Instruments
CONT

Particular characteristics of passive infrared detection, such as a very low contrast which has to be detected in medical scenes, are considered. Conclusion is in favour of optical mechanical scanning infrared cameras using a single detector when quantitative and precise (0.1°C) information is desired.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Calorimétrie
  • Thermo-analyse
  • Instruments scientifiques

Spanish

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