Microbolometer focal plane array systems and methods

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2006-04-25

2006-04-25

Porta, David (Department: 2884)

Radiant energy

Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling

Infrared responsive

C250S332000, C250S336100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07034301

ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods for microbolometer focal plane arrays are disclosed. For example, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, microbolometer focal plane array circuitry is disclosed for a microbolometer array having shared contacts between adjacent microbolometers. Various techniques may be applied to compensate for non-uniformities, such as for example, to allow operation over a calibrated temperature range.

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