Multi-spectral imaging and AI enhances intelligence gathering
Condor MS, a long range oblique photography (LOROP) system by Elbit Systems, combines enhanced sensing capabilities and high capacity analytics. According to Elbit, it is “a step change in generating strategic targets”.
The system introduces multi-spectral (MS) sensing capability and artificial intelligence (AI) analytics to stand-off strategic intelligence gathering missions.
Three high resolution electro optic (EO) sensors are integrated into the company’s certified Condor2 system. These are visible and near infra-red (VNIR), medium-wave infra red (MWIR), and short wave infra red (SWIR). The combination of multi-spectral sensing, high level of stabilisation and auto image enhancement enables this Condor2 system to dramatically extend coverage area in day, night and adverse weather conditions to improve the strategic reconnaissance output and increase the survivability of the platforms. Deep learning algorithms and precise geo-location enable the Condor MS to identify a large number of targets at extremely high rates, which “significantly” shortens the time frame needed to close sensor-to-shooter loops, claims Elbit.
Elbit Systems has been the prime contractor in numerous LOROP programs based on the Condor family of systems, claimed to feature one of the smallest and lightest pods in the category. The Condor family of systems is integrated on board a variety of platforms, including the F-16 A/B/C/D/I, F-4, SU-30 and B-737.
Technology company, Elbit Systems, is engaged in a range of defence, homeland security and commercial programs throughout the world. The company operates aerospace, land, and naval systems, command, control, communications, computers, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (C4ISR), unmanned aircraft systems, advanced electro-optics, EO space systems, EW suites, signal intelligence systems, data links and communications systems, radios and cyber-based systems and munitions. It also upgrades existing platforms, developing new technologies for defence, homeland security and commercial applications and providing a range of support services, including training and simulation systems.
