Ruggedized imaging system
Staff -- Test & Measurement World, 11/1/2006
Intended for use under hostile conditions, such as vehicle-impact testing, the FastCam MH-4 miniature, remote digital video imaging system from Photron has a single processor that supports up to four detachable camera heads that can be mounted in areas where space is limited. Each head is just 35x35x35 mm and weighs less than 100 gm.
The FASTCAM MH-4 acquires images at a rate of 2000 frames/s at 512x512-pixel resolution or up to 10,000 frames/s at reduced resolution. High light sensitivity is achieved using an 8-bit monochrome, 24-bit color CMOS sensor with a 10-µm pixel size. Three cable types (90° right, straight, and 90° left) and two camera head connector configurations (top-mount and rear-mount) simplify mounting and placement of the camera heads. The tilting camera mount accommodates NF style lenses as well as an optional C-mount adapter.
FastCam MH-4 cameras are ruggedized to withstand high shock and vibration of up to 100 g on any axis, making them particularly useful for recording critical events during high-impact tests. Photron, www.photron.com.
