Force Protection is a critical discipline for today’s armed forces and homeland security personnel. CE’s thermal imaging systems are a valuable asset in the detection and identification of perimeter threats. Our high-definition, long-range thermal imaging systems have been combined with various sensor technologies to create dynamic synergies.

CE is supplying the replacement Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) Receivers for the Avenger Cruise and Missile Defense System and the Counter Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) program. The new FLIR Receivers for these programs are based on CE’s NightConqueror Thermal Imager.

 
 
   

NightHawk
This high-performance Pan & Tilt gimbal offers extraordinary flexibility and ruggedness, accommodating a variety of sensors and providing continuous operation, even under extreme conditions. Designed to operate in mobile or stationary installations, the NightHawk is also available with an optional gyro-based stabilization package. This results in extremely high pointing accuracy, lightweight, low power consumption, and significant payload capability.

WALRSS
NightConqueror 100/500mm
NightConqueror 280/840mm
 
   

Cerberus
Cerberus is a mobile sensor tower that offers multiple detection and assessment capabilities to extend the eyes and ears of force protection personnel and reduce manpower demands. Currently being used for numerous Homeland Security roles Cerberus offers a solution to rising force protection needs. The 50-foot towers offer a relocatable, self-sufficient, net workable sensor capability that provides standoff detection and assessment over long ranges, day and night. Among the sensor technologies are CE’s WALRSS and NightConqueror long-ranger thermal imagers.

WALRSS
NightConqueror 100/500mm
NightConqueror 280/840mm
 
   

Argus
A portable security solution for wide-area surveillance and visual target assessment, the ARGUS system consists of a man-portable radar that detects an intruder, then utilizes CE’s ruggedized, environmentally-sealed NightConqueror thermal imager so the operator can seamlessly locate, visually assess, and then track intruders. It can be used as a stand-alone unit or multiple systems can be networked.
NightConqueror 100/500mm
 
   

Avenger Short-Range Air Defense
The Avenger provides mobile, short-range air defense protection via a pedestal-mounted missile launching system with two pods of four Stinger missiles each. The Avenger turret is mounted on a Humvee high mobility 4x4 vehicle. Avenger is designed to counter hostile cruise missiles; unmanned aerial vehicles; and low-flying, high-speed, fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters attacking or transiting friendly airspace.
NightConqueror FLIR Receiver
 
   

Counter Rocket, Artillery, & Mortar (C-RAM)
With hostile rocket and mortar attacks inflicting significant casualties in Iraq, the Army is supporting the C-RAM mission, a revolutionary approach to countering insurgent activities by intercepting rockets, artillery, and mortar rounds in the air prior to impact, thereby, reducing or eliminating any damage they might cause. C-RAM’s capabilities can be incorporated into forward operating bases and logistics supply area defenses. Interfaced with a multitude of sensors and systems, it provides an overarching protection umbrella of sites on the ground.
NightConqueror FLIR Receiver