空中監視技術の進歩

Abstract

This research service evaluates worldwide technological developments in the area of Air Surveillance.

Table of Contents

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

• Scope and Methodology
  • Scope of the Research Service
  • Methodology
• Introduction
  • Introduction
  • Noteworthy Trends

2 TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION ANALYSIS

• Surveillance Over the Years
  • The First Phase--1900s to 1950s
  • The Second Phase--1960s to 1990s
  • The Third Phase--Today
  • The View Forward
• Surveillance in Various Theaters
  • Israel Vs Hezbollah
  • The Second Gulf War
• Enablers; Motivators and Restraints for Unmanned Platforms
  • Enablers
  • Motivators
  • Restraints

3 TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION

• Sensor Systems -- Global Developments
  • Video Camera Learns from Biological Eye
  • An Optical Navigation Sensor for Micro-UAVs
  • Hyperspectral Imaging Sensors
  • Nanopixel Elements Could Facilitate Use of Tiny Infrared Cameras in MiniUAVs
  • Automatic High-Resolution Remote Sensor
  • Potential Enhancements in Infrared Imaging
  • Selective Focus Cuts Bandwidth
• Platforms -- Global Developments
  • Boeing Fuel Cell
  • Aerovironment UAS
  • The Phantom Sentinel
  • The Polecat
  • Universal Control System
  • Lockheed Controller
  • The Predator Hunts Opponents
  • Solar-Powered UAVs
  • Offensive Unmanned Platforms
  • Fuel Cell Program

4 DIRECTORY OF PATENTS AND KEY CONTACTS

• Key Patents
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
  • Component Technology
• Database of Key Industry Participants
  • Sensing Technology Developers
  • Platform Technology Developers

5 DECISION SUPPORT DATABASES

• Database Tables
  • Total Number of Military Aircraft--World (1999-2006)
  • Total Military Combat Aircraft--World (1999-2006)
  • Total Military Trainer Aircraft--World (1999-2006)
  • Total Military Transport Aircraft--World (1999-2006)
  • Total Military Helicopters--World (1999-2006)
  • Military Expenditure in Research and Development--World (1999-2006)
  • Military Expenditure in Procurement--World (1999-2006)
  • Major Aerospace and Defense Companies