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ADEPT5000
High performance multi-target video tracker
Core module
Features
• Radically new video architecture
• Multi-target track engine
• High definition and digital sensor support
• Minimized operator workload
• Reduced integration time
• Rugged embedded design available in
standard and custom form factors
• Low size, weight and power for use in
turrets and unmanned vehicles
• Feature co-processor for advanced
symbology and system management
• Upgrade path for new features and
performance enhancements
The ADEPT5000 is a new generation multitarget video tracker that greatly extends
tracking performance in a size weight
and power optimized package. Over two
decades of video tracking experience has
been distilled to make it the ideal choice for
both end-user and system integrator.
New multiple target track software with
concurrent multi-target detection, cueing and
tracking combine to offer outstanding performance in challenging tactical scenarios.
The increased bandwidth of high definition video sensors introduces a major
processing overhead for traditional
systems. The dedicated video architecture
of the ADEPT5000 ensures that higher pixel
densities, frame rates and multiple targets
can be processed with minimal latency
making it the perfect choice for closed-loop
control applications. A wide range of high
bandwidth digital video interfaces are available including full high definition video.
The ADEPT5000 has a simplified structured
approach and automatic configuration
functions to reduce integration time and
complexity with a consequential cost
saving. A comprehensive range of physical
form factors are available with a common
functional core, allowing a single integration process to be used for multiple
system designs.
Careful consideration has been given to
automating operation. The enhanced user
interface, automated functions and advanced
high resolution full color symbology combine
to significantly reduce operator workload,
monitoring and tracking targets reliably with
minimal operator interaction.
The ADEPT5000 reliably detects and tracks challenging targets
ADEPT5000 high performance multi-target video tracker
Performance
The ADEPT5000 automatic video tracker has been optimized to
perform real-time target detection and tracking across the full
range of military electro-optical system applications. Whether
integrated in air-to-ground, ground-to-ground, ground-to-air or
naval electro-optical systems, the new improved algorithms at the
heart of the ADEPT5000 provide effective detection and tracking
against the full spectrum of targets.
Discriminating targets at longer ranges is aided by a number of
factors that include improved optics, precision platform dynamics
and higher resolution sensors. The ADEPT5000 natively supports
high definition video, whether infrared or visible spectrum, arriving
via a selection of the latest digital interfaces.
The instant these signals have been acquired, advanced preprocessors discriminate both stationary and moving targets from
heavy clutter, mist, dust and other atmospheric challenges. The
resulting signals are passed to sophisticated algorithms for track
path analysis, optimized for particular operational scenarios.
High performance discrimination of targets
from ground clutter
The new multi-target track manager is designed to be resilient
where targets utilize ground features to obscure the line of sight
or deploy decoys to seduce tracking systems. It distinguishes situations where numerous targets undertake coordinated evasive
maneuvers, handling crossing and temporarily obscured targets. It
provides the ability for the operator to determine target priority.
The ADEPT5000’s high performance video capabilities are not
limited to analysis of sensor signals. An additional co-processor
enables advanced graphical overlays. This uses an open interface, making it easy to master graphics and menus on a PC,
using off-the-shelf tools. Powerful color graphics rendering and
compositing hardware supports flexible and clear outputs.
Easily programmed custom symbology and
graphics overlays
ADEPT5000 high performance multi-target video tracker
Ease of operation
Improved processing power and algorithms allow the ADEPT5000
to take more decisions itself. A range of automated functions are
built in to reduce operational complexity and reduce operator
workload, offering significant advantages, especially when
eliminating dependence upon manual dexterity and hand-eye
coordination under high stress conditions.
Integration
The combination of small size and low power consumption
provide the performance of a multi-board tracker in a SWaP
optimized module. This simplifies cooling requirements allowing
the unit to be fitted into compact systems such as airborne pod
applications. Here the drive is to integrate all system electronics
into the gimbal assembly thereby removing the requirement for
separate electronics assemblies.
System integration can be a major factor in overall system cost.
The ADEPT5000 uses a simplified structured approach to reduce
integration time and complexity with features such as sensor
format auto-detection, fast-start application modes and contextbased settings combining to reduce integration cost.
The ADEPT5000 is available as a 1U Development Kit employing
the same functional core; enabling a single integration process to
be used for multiple applications with differing demands on the
hardware architecture. Optional hardware features and video and
communication interfaces are called up to meet customer needs.
Forced-air or conduction cooling variants are available, depending
on selected form factor.
A 6U VME development kit containing all video interface options
is available for integrators, together with comprehensive
documentation, quick-start guides and pre-defined scenarios.
ADEPT5000 high performance multi-target video tracker
Specifications
Detection and Cueing
• New track manager provides true concurrent
multi-target detection, cueing and tracking
• Cueing algorithm: automatic or manual selection
• Cue Window: automatic or user defined
Target Tracking
• Pre-processor for clutter reduction
• Multiple concurrent target tracks
• Multiple algorithms applied to a single target
• Scene tracking
Breaklock/Coast
• Automatic track-loss detection and
re-acquisition
• Automatic track through sensor/field of
view change
Loop Closure
• Loop closure source: any cued target
• On-the-fly switching between closed loop
target sources
Platform Control
• Configurable 2-axis PID filters with rate or
position demand output
Boresight
• Dual stage movable offset tracking
Electrical Interface
Video Inputs
• Analog: CCIR, PAL or RS170, NTSC
• Digital: DVI, CameraLink, HDSDI, GigE Vision
Video Outputs
• Analog: follows analog video
• Digital: follows digital input
• Scan/format conversion to DVI for GigE Vision
and CameraLink inputs
Control Interfaces
• Serial Interfaces: RS232, RS422, USB
• Network: Ethernet
• Host: PCI or VME as appropriate
Extended Functionality (Optional)
Advanced symbology
• Full color with transparency
• Open standard PC symbology creation
• Programmable system processing engine
running Linux operating system
Power Requirements
• 20-35W (depending on options)
Mechanical
(Core module)
• Weight: 53.7g
• Dimensions: 84 x 83 x 4.26mm
About GE Intelligent Platforms
GE Intelligent Platforms is a General Electric (NYSE: GE) company, headquartered in Charlottesville, VA and
part of GE Energy Management. The company’s Military/Aerospace business, headquartered in Huntsville,
AL, and Towcester, England, provides one of the industry’s broadest ranges of high performance, rugged,
SWaP-optimized embedded computing platforms. Backed by programs that provide responsive customer
support and minimize long term cost of ownership for multi-year programs, GE’s solutions are designed to
help customers minimize program risk and cost, and to speed time-to-market . For more information, visit
defense.ge-ip.com.
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