ACSL SOTEN High Resolution Thermal Camera

ACSL SOTEN High Resolution Thermal Camera: Radiometric dual-sensor payload for secure SOTEN operations

The ACSL SOTEN High Resolution Thermal Camera, known as SAMO, is a radiometric thermal payload developed for the ACSL SOTEN NDAA-compliant drone platform. Utilizing the ITAR-free Teledyne FLIR Hadron™ 640R module, SAMO combines a 640 × 512 Boson® thermal imager with a high-resolution 64 MP visible camera. This dual-sensor configuration delivers accurate thermal measurement alongside visual context, supporting inspection, response, and monitoring missions in regulated operational environments.

Radiometric thermal and visible imaging system

• Radiometric 640 × 512 Boson® thermal sensor with 12 µm pixels.
• Thermal sensitivity under 20 mK typical, configuration dependent.
• Temperature accuracy rated ±5 °C within the 0 °C to 100 °C range.
• Integrated 64 MP visible camera enhances situational understanding.
• Visible imaging path supports 20× optical zoom capability.
• Thermal optics provide 13.6 mm EFL with f/1.0 aperture.
• Approximate 32° thermal HFOV supports wide-area detection.
• Visible HFOV near 67° supports scene-level context capture.

High-speed thermal video for real-time awareness

SAMO supports full-resolution thermal video output at up to 60 Hz or 30 Hz, depending on regional regulations. High frame rates combined with low NETD performance enable smooth thermal visualization and detection of subtle temperature changes. This capability supports time-sensitive operations where real-time thermal awareness is critical.

Modular integration with SOTEN control systems

The SAMO payload is engineered for ACSL’s one-touch swappable payload architecture, allowing rapid sensor changes between missions. It integrates directly with the ACSL TAKEOFF application and TAITEN Smart Controller, streamlining payload control and data management. Compact module dimensions and low power consumption support extended mission profiles without compromising aircraft handling.

Aircraft compatibility and interface design

• Designed exclusively for the ACSL SOTEN small UAS platform.
• One-touch swappable payload interface supports fast deployment.
• MIPI CSI lanes support thermal and visible sensor data output.
• I²C interface enables sensor configuration and control.
• Integrated IMU supports motion-aware processing functions.

Operational mission applications

• Search and rescue missions: locate heat signatures in complex environments
• Public safety response: provide thermal overwatch during active incidents
• Infrastructure inspection: detect thermal irregularities in critical assets
• Environmental monitoring: assess temperature variation across natural terrain
• Disaster assessment: evaluate impacted zones using thermal data
• Utility inspections: identify overheating components remotely and safely
• Field operations: support rapid thermal reconnaissance in remote areas
• Training scenarios: build operator proficiency with radiometric payloads

Compliance-focused thermal workflows

SAMO is NDAA-compliant and ITAR-free, supporting deployment in regulated programs. It is compatible with Teledyne FLIR Prism™ ISP and AI libraries for advanced processing capabilities. MSX® thermal–visible fusion is listed as a future capability, dependent on software and firmware enablement.

The ACSL SOTEN High Resolution Thermal Camera delivers accurate, radiometric thermal sensing in a compact, swappable form factor. It is designed for teams that require compliant thermal intelligence integrated directly into the SOTEN ecosystem.

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