Have you ever wondered what happens when you point any old infrared camera at the sun?  Time to buy a new camera!   FLIR, however, has eliminated this problem with solar protections designed into our sensors.  Check out this article at synfo.com that talks about our uncooled VOx microbolometer sensors and what makes them unique when it comes to solar protection.  For more information about FLIR Cores and Components visit the FLIR website.

Next time you're at the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum in McMinneville, Oregon, look for the FLIR kiosk!  It has a working FLIR thermal imager, so you can see your heat, and a video outlining the history of FLIR in the aviation industry.

The museum has a fantastic collection of artifacts and aircraft from aviation and space travel.  It is also home of the Spruce Goose, the largest flying boat in history.  It is a must see if you live in Oregon or are planning a visit.

What is infrared and how can it help you see at night? This video explains the history of infrared since it's discovery and how thermal imaging is used today.

FLIR is constantly developing new thermal imaging products to improve your life.  We make commercial thermal imaging cameras for cars, boats, aircraft, security and law enforcement.  By using thermal imaging technology our night vision cameras do not require any light at all for a clear picture.  Not to mention that being on an equal playing field with the rattlesnake is a pretty big advantage.

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