Common Sense Approach to Thermal Imaging

Copublished with JCD Publishing. Thorough explanation of heat transfer, with concepts supported by thermograms. Intended for all who work with thermal imaging systems: researchers, system designers, test engineers, sales staff, and military and civilian end users.

Contents

– Introduction
– Heat
– Blackbody radiation
– Emissivity
– Atmospheric transmittance
– Camera design
– Performance parameters
– Camera selection
– Observer training
– Introduction to applications
– Target Signatures
– Temperature measurements
– Building envelope inspections
– Roof inspections
– Power distribution
– Electrical/Mechanical Inspection
– Buried objects
– Surveillance
– Nondestructive testing
– Process/ quality control
– Inspection procedures
– Appendix A: Temperature conversion
– Appendix B: Emissivity
– Appendix C: Thermal Sensing and Imaging
– Index