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Flir Lands Laser System Contract

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BILLERICA, Mass., Aug. 10, 2006 -- Flir Systems Inc. of Billerica, Mass., won a $34.8-million targeting system contract with the US Navy. Flir is scheduled to produce the advanced laser system for the Naval Surface Warfare Systems in Crane, Ind. The work is expected to be completed by 2011, and the system is designed for use by special operations forces.

Flir specializes in thermal imaging and broadcast camera systems for surveillance, airborne broadcasting and search and rescue government operations. The company is based in Portland, Ore., and has a development site in Billerica.

For more information, visit: www.flir.com
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Published: August 2006
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thermal imaging
Thermal imaging is a technology that detects infrared radiation (heat) emitted by objects and converts it into an image, known as a thermogram, which displays temperature variations in different colors. Unlike visible light imaging, thermal imaging does not require any ambient light and can be used in complete darkness or through obstructions such as smoke, fog, and certain materials. Thermal cameras use sensors to detect infrared radiation and generate images based on the temperature...
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