Electro-optical Surveillance in Maritime Environments

Abstract

Asymmetric attacks against maritime platforms often emerge suddenly, non-predictably and from civil environments. Adequate reaction to intercept possible threats requires a quick and overall perception of the emerging situation. For this purpose close-in range surveillance systems capable of day- and night imaging can provide powerful support with respect of enhancing operator’s situational awareness and therefore platform security. We report here on a staring wide area surveillance sensor. The system is suited for integration to military and civil maritime platforms.