Thermal Imaging Systems

By J.M. Lloyd

Book Overview

This book is intended to serve as an introduction to the technology of thermal imaging, and as a compendium of the conventions which form the basis of current FUR practice. Those topics in thermal imaging which are covered adequately elsewhere are not treated here, so there is no discussion of detectors, cryogenic coolers, circuit design, or video displays. Useful infor- mation which is not readily available because of obscure publication is referenced as originating from personal communications. Virtually everyone with whom I have worked in the thermal imaging business has contributed to the book through the effects of conversations and ideas. I gratefully proffer blanket appreciation to all those who have helped in that way to make this book possible. The contributions of five people, however, bear special mention: Bob Sendall, Luke Biberman, Pete Laakmann, George Hopper, and Norm Stetson. They, more than any others, have positively influenced my thinking.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0306308487
• ISBN13: 9780306308482
• Release Date: May 1975
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 2.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Thermal Imaging Systems by Lloyd - My Review

Lloyds "Thermal Imaging Systems" is the classic textbook for anyone dealing with the design and performance of forward looking infrared (FLIR) sensors. Although somewhat dated it is a must have desk reference for all FLIR engineers and rated right up there with other such classics like Hudsons "Infrared Systems Engineering".

Good info on system performance

The equations used to explain Noise Equivalent Temperature Difference and other parameters are very helpful in doing IR system tradeoffs.