Infrared Thermography, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1994 Microwave and RF Techniques and Applications Series, Vol. 5

Infrared Thermography gives a thorough introduction to the principles, techniques, and applications of infrared imaging systems. With its comprehensive coverage and applications orientation, this book provides an ideal tutorial introduction to engineers and scientists interested in applying infrared thermography.

Foreword. Historical background. Revision of radiometry. Origins of infrared radiation. Thermal emission by matter. Transmission by the atmosphere. Optical materials for the infrared. Optical image formation. Scanning and imaging, Spectral filtering. Radiation detectors. Signal processing. Characterization of infrared systems. Imaging and measurement. Choosing the spectral band. Industrial and military applications. Infrared spectroradiometry. Line scanners. Advances in thermographic systems. Bibliography. Plates.