ACSL SOTEN High Resolution Thermal Camera

ACSL SOTEN High Resolution Thermal Camera: Dual-sensor thermal intelligence for SOTEN missions

The ACSL SOTEN High Resolution Thermal Camera, designated SAMO, is a swappable radiometric thermal payload engineered specifically for the ACSL SOTEN NDAA-compliant drone platform. Built around the ITAR-free Teledyne FLIR Hadron™ 640R module, SAMO combines a 640 × 512 Boson® thermal sensor with a 64 MP visible camera to deliver context-rich thermal intelligence. Its compact design, low power draw, and native SOTEN integration support public safety, inspection, and field operations requiring accurate thermal measurement and situational awareness.

Thermal and visible sensor architecture

• Radiometric 640 × 512 Boson® thermal sensor with 12 µm pixel pitch.
• Thermal sensitivity below 20 mK typical, under 40 mK configuration dependent.
• Temperature measurement accuracy of ±5 °C within 0 °C to 100 °C.
• 64 MP visible sensor provides high-resolution contextual imagery.
• Visible imaging path supports up to 20× optical zoom.
• Thermal optics feature 13.6 mm EFL with f/1.0 aperture.
• Approximate thermal HFOV of 32° supports wide-area heat detection.
• Visible HFOV of approximately 67° supports scene context capture.

High-performance thermal imaging for operational clarity

SAMO delivers full-resolution thermal video at up to 60 Hz or 30 Hz, subject to regional export regulations. High thermal sensitivity enables detection of subtle temperature differentials, supporting applications such as search and rescue, infrastructure inspection, and situational monitoring. The dual-sensor configuration allows operators to interpret thermal data alongside visible imagery, improving decision-making in complex environments.

Modular payload integration within the SOTEN ecosystem

Designed as part of ACSL’s one-touch swappable payload system, SAMO enables rapid transitions between mission sensor configurations without extensive setup. The module integrates directly with the ACSL TAKEOFF ground control software and TAITEN Smart Controller, providing streamlined control and data workflows. Compact module dimensions and a weight of approximately 56 g minimize impact on aircraft performance while maintaining mission flexibility.

Platform compatibility and system interfaces

• Compatible exclusively with the ACSL SOTEN small UAS platform.
• One-touch swappable payload mount supports rapid field changes.
• MIPI CSI interfaces support thermal and visible data streams.
• I²C interface supports sensor control and configuration.
• Integrated IMU (ICM20602) supports motion-aware data processing.

Professional application scenarios

• Search and rescue operations: detect heat signatures in low-visibility environments
• Public safety response: provide thermal overwatch and situational awareness
• Infrastructure inspection: identify thermal anomalies in assets and equipment
• Environmental monitoring: observe temperature variations across terrain surfaces
• Disaster assessment: evaluate affected areas using thermal and visible data
• Utility inspection: locate overheating components from safe operating distances
• Field operations: support rapid thermal assessment in remote locations
• Training exercises: develop operator proficiency with radiometric thermal workflows

Secure and compliant thermal data workflows

SAMO is NDAA-compliant and ITAR-free, supporting secure deployment in regulated environments. It is compatible with Teledyne FLIR Prism™ ISP and AI libraries, enabling advanced processing such as contrast enhancement, turbulence mitigation, and detection workflows. MSX® thermal–visible fusion is identified as a roadmap capability, dependent on future firmware and software updates.

The ACSL SOTEN High Resolution Thermal Camera delivers precise, radiometric thermal intelligence in a compact, swappable payload. It is built for organizations that require compliant, high-performance thermal sensing within the SOTEN ecosystem.

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