I got my hands on a small thermal imaging camera for testing purposes.
I installed it on my hexacopter and took it out for a flight this evening.
Ttechnical data:
resolution: 384 x 288
50 Hz
8 - 14 um spectral range
analog video out
uncooled sensor
I am looking forward to test the new model (second version), which has double the resolution and false-color
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Here is some footage of the second version of the thermal imaging camera
http://diydrones.com/profiles/blogs/testing-a-small-thermal-imaging...
Its a method of pre-qualifying a potential customer, but will not work in today's open, connected marketplace.
If they're worried I might be scared off by the sticker-shock, I probably will be, so they better sharpen their pencils and do something about it!
Felix---I was just suggesting that you try it on the video (an unsharp mask filter).
@ David - currently I don't have a video of the panels during day time, but I know of this area of application.
I am waiting for the new model of the camera to arrive. It will be able to show the thermal image in false-color, thereby making it easier to differ between different temperatures.
I am planning to do such a test - I'll post the results.
@ David - it was evening time, the air was getting cold. The sun stood low, not shining any more on the PV panels. The panels are covered with glass which did cool down, reaching a lower temperature than the surrounding roof (wooden roof with tar paper)
@ Matthew - the video is a direct recording of the analog camera video out. No processing (except cutting the original footage) or anything. But you can use any video processing software to try and improve the quality of the footage.
Is there any way to process the video with an unsharp mask filter?
(Damn no edit function) I don't think it is a smart idea to have a log in to see the products. Hiding the pricing I am fine with. On the internet we all want information or products if you hide yours behind a log in most people will pass it by. Lure me in with pretty pictures and information and you may be able to lure me in, but if you place your hook under a rock don't expect to catch me.
You can obtain the full frame rate version of the camera for civil use, you have to apply for an ITAR license.
I don't know the price of this camera - I got it (from MIB Electronic in Germany) to test it in flight on a multicopter (I am very interested in the application of thermal imaging cameras for SAR).
If you would like further details on the camera, PM me and I will send you the contact details of somebody from the company
Incredible for a civilian to have access to that framerate. Obviously not for sale, because that would be illegal. The 9fps limit is still a restriction they're serious about enforcing.
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