KENIS 1280 AK
Cooled thermal imaging sensorThe challenge
Airborne, land- and sea-based observation systems require thermal imaging that can support wide-area surveillance and long-range target identification while fitting within constrained size, weight and power envelopes.
The imaging channel must also integrate into higher-level optronic systems, provide responsive video and maintain useful image quality as scenes and operating conditions change.
For stabilised gimbals and other multi-sensor platforms, the challenge is to combine high-resolution mid-wave infrared imaging, a broad zoom range, flexible control and video interfaces, and reliable operation across demanding environmental conditions.
Our solution
The KENIS 1280 AK combines a cooled 1280 × 1024 InSb detector with a 3.7 µm to 5 µm spectral band and 30× continuous optical zoom. Its horizontal field of view extends from 1.2° to 36°, with a standard frame rate of 50 Hz and other rates available on request.
Low-latency video and advanced image processing support demanding observation tasks, while RS422 or RS485 control and 3G-SDI or CXPoF digital video outputs support system integration.
The sensor is Military-controlled; subject exclusively to South African export regulations, RoHS-compliant and qualified to RTCA-DO-160G for an in-gimbal airborne application.
Features and benefits
Features
- Low SWaP with high performance
- Wide continuous zoom range
- 1280 × 1024 InSb detector with a 3.7 µm to 5 µm spectral band
- 30× continuous optical zoom; HFOV 1.2° to 36°
- 50 Hz frame rate (others on request)
- Advanced image processing, including in-service 1- or 3-point NUC, edge enhancement, non-linear histogram equalisation, adaptive dynamic compression, auto/manual gain and offset, LACE, autofocus, image polarity, gamma correction and pseudo colour
- Low-latency video
- Military-controlled; subject exclusively to South African export regulations.
- RoHS-compliant
- Qualified to RTCA-DO-160G, tailored for in-gimbal airborne application
Benefits
- 30× continuous optical zoom supports wide-area observation and long-range target identification within a single thermal imaging channel
- Low SWaP supports integration into platforms where size, weight and power are constrained
- Low-latency video supports responsive observation and tracking, specifically applicable to CUAS
- Advanced image processing provides flexibility to optimise imagery for changing scenes and operating conditions.
- Export controlled - subject only to South African jurisdiction, with no other country or entity applicable.
- RoHS-compliant positioning supports broader integration.
- RTCA-DO-160G qualification is tailored for in-gimbal airborne application