New apparent distance-detecting equation for low-light-level imaging system

Lei Liu; BenKang Chang

doi:10.1117/1.1637610

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1 February 2004 New apparent distance-detecting equation for low-light-level imaging system

Lei Liu, BenKang Chang

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Optical Engineering, 43(2), (2004). https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1637610

The fundamental conception of the detection range of a low-light-level imaging system is described. Based on the common apparent distance detecting equation, a more practicable and reliable equation is established by using factors such as atmospheric transmissivity, spectral matching factor, and so on. The relations of these parameters, which have an influence on performance of the system, are analyzed. Finally, some approaches are proposed for better estimates of the field performance and optimization of the design of night vision system.

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Lei Liu and BenKang Chang "New apparent distance-detecting equation for low-light-level imaging system," Optical Engineering 43(2), (1 February 2004). https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1637610

Published: 1 February 2004

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