Compact Projectile Tracker

Vadum has shown the TRL4 feasibility of the innovative Compact Projectile Tracker (CPT) method for capturing small-arms projectile trajectories from a position at or near the point of origin to the point of impact, using fully-passive optical sensing techniques with low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) burden. Notable aspects of the proposed approach include the use of visible-band optical sensors and standard glass lenses, the use of fully-passive sensing modalities, and potential for low-SWaP compatible with dismount operations, including weapon-mounted variants. The measurement principle and algorithms are also applicable using near infrared (NIR) and short-wave infrared (SWIR) optical hardware, offering the possibility of low-light operation. Unlike active optical techniques, the passive CPT technique emits no light and is therefore tactically advantageous. This method has a strong potential for integration with advanced and emerging digital weapon sight systems. In Phase II, Vadum will continue development of the novel CPT technology.