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The Power of an Integrated System: The Nuclear Biological Chemical Reconnaissance Vehicle Sensor Suite Upgrade
Globally, the use of CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear) weapons is becoming more frequent and increasingly more lethal. When confronting this threat, soldiers rely on advanced technology to detect the hazard and save lives. This is where the U.S. Army’s Nuclear Biological Chemical Reconnaissance Vehicle (NBCRV) comes in—the specialized vehicle is equipped with a system to detect chemical, radiological, and biological contamination in its immediate environment and automatically warn soldiers of the risk.
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Lockheed Martin F-35 Filmed in Thermal
We captured the Lockheed Martin F-35 using the FLIR 380-HDc at the Farnborough International Air Show!
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FLIR Wins DARPA Contract Worth Up to $20.5M to Develop Revolutionary New Protective Fabrics for Chem-Bio Defense
FLIR Systems, Inc. announced it has won a contract with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to rapidly develop novel fabrics with embedded catalysts and chemistries that can fight and reduce chemical and biological threats upon contact. The revolutionary fabrics will be incorporated into protective suits and other equipment such as boots, gloves, and eye protection that can be worn by troops on the battlefield, medical experts, healthcare workers, and more. FLIR received $11.2 million in initial funding for the potential five-year effort worth up to $20.5 million, including options.
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On the Water with the FLIR M364C
The unique FLIR M364C combines two cutting-edge imaging systems in a single, robust, pan-and tilt-marine camera housing to produce highly detailed thermal and visible imagery. The result is increased situational awareness and safer navigation via increased object identification capability in any lighting conditions, from total darkness to full sunlight.
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See A Life, Save A Life: World Wildlife Day 2021
World Wildlife Day, March 3, 2021: A global observance to promote sustaining prized natural habitats and critical ecosystems for wildlife on our planet. FLIR technology and solutions play a vital role in a variety of conservation applications that support sustaining flora, resolving human / wildlife conflict, promoting community outreach, and aiding anti-poaching efforts. For World Wildlife Day 2021, we share ongoing conservation initiatives ranging from black rhino anti-poaching support in Kenya, to protecting wildlife water sources in Zambia, to monitoring endangered California condor egg fertilization in the United States.
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How Fast Do Your Hands Freeze?
Don't try this at home! In this video we expose human hands to temperatures below 23ºF (-5ºC), and the results after only one minute reveal why it's so important to keep your extremities covered in below freezing weather.
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Bullet vs. PTZ vs. Dome: Which Security Camera Is Right for You?
Designing a video security system and trying to choose between a bullet, pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ), or dome camera option? We’ve got you covered. Each has a different monitoring purpose and distinguishable housing. Here are the defining characteristics and benefits to help you make the right decision.
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Rob Camann: SAM Mechanical Services
See how FLIR cameras opened the doors to a whole new industry for Rob Camann and SAM Mechanical's HVAC and plumbing business.
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Louie Psihoyos: Oscar®-Winning Filmmaker
Academy Award winning filmmaker Louie Psihoyos used a special FLIR CO2 Camera from the Research & Science group in his new documentary "Racing Extinction."
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Scott Harris: Home Inspector
Scott Harris of PropertyExam.com talks about using FLIR Thermal Imaging in Home Inspection.
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Pilot Alexis Scully: US Army National Guard
FLIR salutes Pilot Alexis Scully and the Oregon National Guard for their valiant search and rescue missions.
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FLIR Technology Used in New Night Vision System from Veoneer
The FLIR Boson-based thermal camera, similar to the thermal technology in the FLIR Thermal Automotive Development Kit (ADK), makes its debut in Veoneer’s fourth generation Night Vision System as an option on the all-new 2021 Cadillac Escalade. The new thermal-vision system offers a wider field-of-view with four-times greater resolution compared to the previous generation, extending road coverage, improving situational awareness, and displaying a sharper image to the driver.