Thermal imaging is a remarkable and compact technique for identifying, measuring, and visualizing heat patterns, especially through walls where there is no light. A thermal imaging sensor converts the radiation into an image of visible light. This image not only helps us identify objects in complete darkness or dense haze, but the sensor data can also be used to measure temperature differences. An infrared camera can expedite diagnosis, reduce or even eliminate unplanned downtime, and mitigate structural and content damage. Two varieties of detectors are used for thermal imaging: cooled and uncooled infrared (IR) sensors. Increased investment in the modernization of the armed forces is anticipated to fuel growth of the global thermal imaging market during the period of forecast. Over the forecast period, penetration of thermal imaging devices into novel applications is also anticipated to drive the global thermal imaging market.
The global Thermal Imaging Market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 9.7% from 2020 to 2027.
Top Companies in the Thermal Imaging Industry:
1. FLIR Systems Inc. (FLIR)
FLIR Systems Inc. (FLIR) designs, manufactures, and markets technology solutions that focused on thermal imaging and infrared camera system, was founded in 1978 and headquartered in United States. It operated in Netherlands also. In May 2021, FLIR Systems was awarded a contract to provide FLIR Black Hornet ®3 Personal Reconnaissance Systems (PRS). It is a nano-drone that utilizes cutting-edge technology for surveillance. Further on, in May 2021, Teledyne completed its acquisition of FLIR. In May of 2022, Teledyne FLIR Defense sent thermal imaging equipment to the US Army. The FWS-I system is a thermal imaging system that is driven by batteries and can be attached to a variety of weapon systems to show infrared images to people in any weather or light. Also, people will be able to see through fog, dust, and smoke with this method.
2. Raytheon Company
Raytheon Company was founded in 2020 and headquartered in Massachusetts, United States. It operates in more than 30 countries. In September 2022, Raytheon Company and Northrop Grumman collaborated. The companies are participating in a DARPA initiative to develop neuromorphic infrared camera technologies. Two companies have been selected by DARPA to work on a program to develop new event-based IR camera technologies that transmit vital data in visual environments.
3. BAE Systems Inc.
BAE Systems Inc. is an American subsidiary of British defense, security, and aerospace company BAE Systems plc, was founded in 1999 and headquartered in Virginia, United States. It operates in more than 40 countries. In May 2023, BAE Systems introduced a new iteration of its AthenaTM 1920 high-definition thermal camera core, which can now support missions requiring 360-degree situational awareness, vehicle protection, and space-based surveillance at night and during adverse weather conditions.
4. L-3 Communications Holdings, Inc.
L-3 Communications Holdings, Inc. is a prime contractor in command, control, communications, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (C3ISR) systems, aircraft modernization and maintenance, and government services, was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in New York. In March 2023, L-3 HARRIS and build NOAA’s next-generation geostationary weather imager.
5. Axis Communications AB, Danaher Corporation
Axis Communications AB, Danaher Corporation is a Swedish manufacturer of network cameras, access control, and network audio devices for the physical security and video surveillance industries. It was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Sweden. It operates in more than 50 countries. In September 2021, Axis Communications launched two thermal imaging cameras for dependable detection and verification. Ideal for perimeter security and long-range detection, these halogen-free cameras provide high-quality thermal video feeds 24 hours a day, seven days a week, regardless of the weather or lighting conditions.
6. DRS Technologies Inc.
DRS Technologies Inc. is a company that provides military services and equipment, founded in 1968 and headquartered in United States. It operates in the company head offices and other locations and subsidiaries. In May 2023, the company got recognized for prestigious award for role in development of critical infrared technology in next-generation infrared sights for ground combat vehicles.
Definition: Thermal imaging is simply the process of converting infrared (IR) radiation (heat) into visible images that depict the spatial distribution of temperature differences in a scene viewed by a thermal camera.
