US Patent:
20140086454, Mar 27, 2014
Inventors:
Marc C. Bauer - Goleta CA, US
Mark J. Lamb - Goleta CA, US
James W. Rakeman - Brea CA, US
International Classification:
G06K 9/00
G01J 5/32
Abstract:
Presently disclosed are concepts, systems, and techniques directed to augmenting a radar with a plurality of electro-optical (E/O) sensors. The E/O sensors operate in two or more IR bands and have variable range of sensitivities. The outputs from the E/O sensors are correlated to determine and confirm a launch or firing event of a missile, mortar, or similar projectile weapon. From this correlation, time and location of launch/firing may be determined and the radar system alerted to the new threat.