New vision system on way for military helicopter pilots: A new system using multiple technologies to enhance helicopter pilot capability to see in degraded visual environments is under development.
Lockheed Martin said that under a collaborative agreement it is combining its experience in pilotage and sensor systems with a high-resolution imaging laser radar from H. N. Burns Engineering Corp. for the system.
"Overcoming DVE (degraded visual environments) challenges requires a strategy that blends multiple technologies," said Terry Hoehn, fire control advanced programs director at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control. "With H. N. Burns Engineering Corp., we are pursuing new DVE solutions to help pilots safely sense their relationship to surrounding terrain and buildings."
