HAIFA, Israel – Elbit Systems Ltd. in Haifa, Israel, is introducing the next generation of the company's Advanced Multi-Sensor Payload System (AMPS NG) for military electro-optical airborne surveillance applications.
The AMPS NG adds shortwave infrared (SWIR) technology to the payload's existing charge-coupled device (CCD) daylight TV sensors and dual-forward-looking infrared (FLIR) sensor.
Packed in two-line-replacement-unit (LRU) pod, the AMPS NG offers extended capabilities in all conditions for observation in limited visibility such as high humidity, smoke, or dust. AMPS NG is designed to operate in extreme environmental conditions.
During recent flight tests in Israel, the electro-optical system produced high-resolution imagery of a football game in medium-wave infrared from 15 miles away from a Hermes 900 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
The system offers geo-pointing and geo-location capabilities, and is suitable for airborne intelligence from manned and unmanned aircraft.
For more information contact Elbit Systems online at https://elbitsystems.com.
