Long-range SWIR continuous zoom lens for unmanned ISR platforms

The SWIR 50–1000mm continuous zoom lens is a high-performance imaging solution designed for long-range intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems used across air, land, and naval unmanned platforms. Optimized for integration with 10µm SXGA, 15µm, and 10µm VGA SWIR detectors, the lens delivers high-contrast imagery across the 0.6–1.7µm spectral range. This broad spectral coverage supports detection and tracking of commonly deployed defense laser wavelengths, including 850nm, 905nm, 1064nm, and 1550nm, providing enhanced capability for laser-based sensing applications.

The continuous zoom architecture maintains sharp focus throughout the entire focal range while achieving near diffraction-limit performance, helping address challenges associated with line-of-sight stabilization and thermal effects. With long-range detection capability exceeding 34 km, the lens is designed to maintain imaging performance in difficult conditions by improving visibility through haze, smoke, and fog. Its rugged construction, compact form factor, and integration-ready interfaces make the SWIR 50–1000mm suitable for demanding ISR and security applications where reliable optical performance is required.