The Precision Imaging System (PIMS) Concept

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Abstract:

The Precision Imaging System Concept PIMS is intended to increase the accuracy of direct-fire gun aiming systems, and simultaneously decrease the complexity and error associated with existing sighting systems. This system has the potential of simplifying the gunner task and reducing training requirements. In addition, this system has the potential to be extended to become the prime sensor for autotracking, passive ranging, image enhancement and surveillance C3I systems. This report reviews the theory of operation, the design of the optical subsystems, the high-speed image capture subsystem, the sight picture display subsystem, and the proof of principle tests of the PIMS concept. In addition, critical aspects of the technology and production base relevant to a fieldable system and extended applications are discussed. Keywords Fire control, Sighting, Electrooptical imaging, Tank guns.

Author(s):
Pilcher, Ii, James O. ; Dewilde, Mark A. ; Beyer, Richard A. ; Krummerich, Melinda B.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY BALLISTIC RESEARCH LAB ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
Descriptive Note:
Technical rept. (Final)
Pagination:
0055

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
BRL-TR-3039
Project Number(s):
1L162618AH80
Monitor Series:
LABCOM
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_1.3.2_Personnel Management; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.5.2_Task; JCA_5.5_Direct
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*FIRE CONTROL SYSTEMS, *IMAGE PROCESSING, ACCURACY, DETECTORS, DISPLAY SYSTEMS, GUNNERS, IMAGES, OPERATION, OPTICAL EQUIPMENT, OPTIMIZATION, PASSIVE SYSTEMS, PICTURES, PRECISION, PRODUCTION, RANGE FINDING, REQUIREMENTS, SIGHTS, TANK GUNS, THEORY, TRAINING
Field(s)/Group(s):
Fire Control and Bombing Systems
Keyword(s):
ASH80, PE1L162618A
Report Date:
1989 Nov 01