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| − | '''Forward looking infrared''' (FLIR) is a device which emits thermal radiation and creates a "picture" on a screen using the data from the [[infrared]]. It is often used on aircraft to aid navigation. | + | '''Forward looking infrared''' (FLIR) is a device which emits thermal radiation and creates a "picture" on a screen using the data from the [[infrared]]. It is often used on aircraft to aid navigation. It can also be used for search and rescue operations. |
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Revision as of 07:24, October 10, 2012
Forward looking infrared (FLIR) is a device which emits thermal radiation and creates a "picture" on a screen using the data from the infrared. It is often used on aircraft to aid navigation. It can also be used for search and rescue operations.