Cedip Infrared Systems (www.cedip-infrared.com) has announced the CARTHAGE series of advanced video processing modules for researchers and integrators looking to develop and build their own thermal imaging systems.

CARTHAGE electronic imaging modules provide researchers and integrators with a turnkey solution to transform an IR Focal Plane Array (FPA) detector into a powerful thermal imaging system.  Designed and built to comply with current military and aviation quality standards - CARTHAGE electronic imaging modules are capable of delivering a high quality, processed image stream for a wide variety of applications scenario.  The ruggedised modules are offered either as stand alone units or pre-integrated with detector and imaging lens assemblies.  Compatible with most commercially available cooled (MCT, InSb, QWIP or microbolometer) infrared sensors - CARTHAGE modules are available in a range of configurations enabling Cedip to offer a fast, real-time video image processing solution that can be integrated into almost any thermal imaging system.

For space restricted applications, such as in airborne gimbals or handheld IR binocular systems, that employ state-of-the-art digital IR FPA detectors, the CARTHAGE DCL video processing module offers a wide range of standard IR processing (NUC, BPR) as well as advanced video enhancement features.

Cedip Infrared Systems develops, designs, manufactures and markets high performance infrared cameras, systems and OEM modules for industrial, research, surveillance and security organisations. Thanks to a unique combination of technological know-how in electronics, optics, precision mechanics and software, Cedip's teams of engineers and highly qualified technicians, backed by a world network of informed distributors, support a growing customer base in more than 50 countries.