Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Infrared energy radiated from the surface of natural and manufactured objects enables us to detect and identify objects in poor visibilty, and examine their thermal behaviour. Commercial applications of infrared sensing and imaging instruments are evolving as instrumentation and techniques mature. This revised and updated edition discusses infrared measurement basics, and provides practical information needed for a variety of applications, such as night vision, and security and surviellance.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

• Preface (p. xiii)
• Part I Basics and Instrument Overview (p. 1)
• Chapter 1 Introduction (p. 3)
• 1.1 The Reasons for Using Infrared Instruments (p. 3)
• 1.2 Advantages of Noncontact Thermal Measurement (p. 3)
• 1.3 Some Historical Background (p. 5)
• 1.4 An Overview of This Text (p. 6)
• Chapter 2 Basics of Noncontact Thermal Measurements (p. 7)
• 2.1 Heat Transfer and Radiation Exchange Basics (p. 7)
• 2.1.1 Heat and Temperature (p. 7)
• 2.1.2 Converting Temperature Units (p. 7)
• 2.1.3 The Three Modes of Heat Transfer (p. 8)
• 2.1.4 Conduction (p. 8)
• 2.1.5 Convection (p. 10)
• 2.1.6 Radiation (p. 11)
• 2.1.7 Radiation Exchange at the Target Surface (p. 11)
• 2.1.8 Specular and Diffuse Surfaces (p. 13)
• 2.1.9 Transient Heat Exchange (p. 13)
• 2.2 The Infrared Measurement Problem (p. 14)
• 2.2.1 Noncontact Thermal Measurements (p. 15)
• 2.2.2 The Target Surface (p. 16)
• 2.2.3 The Transmitting Medium (p. 21)
• 2.2.4 The Measuring Instrument (p. 24)
• 2.3 Introduction to Thermal Scanning and Imaging Instruments (p. 27)
• 2.3.1 Line Scanning (p. 28)
• 2.3.2 Two-dimensional Scanning (p. 29)
• 2.3.3 Multidetector Scanners and SPRITE Technology (p. 31)
• 2.3.4 Infrared Focal Plane Array (IRFPA) Imagers (p. 32)
• 2.3.5 Pyroelectric Vidicon Thermal Imagers (p. 33)
• Chapter 3 Matching the Instrument to the Application (p. 37)
• 3.1 Point-Sensing Instruments (p. 37)
• 3.2 Scanners and Imagers--Qualitative and Quantitative (p. 44)
• 3.2.1 Performance Parameters of Imaging Radiometers (p. 44)
• 3.3 Thermal Imaging Software (p. 53)
• Chapter 4 Overview of Instruments (p. 55)
• 4.1 Introduction and Classification of Instruments (p. 55)
• 4.2 Instrument Manufacturers (p. 56)
• 4.3 Discussion of Instruments (p. 57)
• 4.3.1 Point Sensors (Radiation Thermometers) (p. 57)
• 4.3.1.1 Infrared Thermocouples and Probes (p. 57)
• 4.3.1.2 Portable Hand-held Group (p. 58)
• 4.3.1.3 On-line Monitoring and Control (p. 59)
• 4.3.1.4 Special (p. 60)
• 4.3.2 Line Scanners (p. 61)
• 4.3.2.1 Portable Line Scanner (p. 61)
• 4.3.2.2 On-line (Monitoring and Control) Line Scanners (p. 62)
• 4.3.3 Thermographic (p. 62)
• 4.3.3.1 Mechanically Scanned Thermal Viewers (p. 63)
• 4.3.3.2 Electronically Scanned Thermal Viewers (Pyrovidicon Imagers) (p. 64)
• 4.3.3.3 "Staring" FPA Thermal Viewers (Qualitative) (p. 66)
• 4.3.3.4 Thermographic Raster Scanners (Imaging Radiometers) (p. 67)
• 4.3.3.5 FPA Imaging Radiometers (Quantitative) (p. 68)
• 4.4 Thermal Imaging Diagnostic Software (p. 68)
• 4.4.1 Quantitative Thermal Measurements of Targets (p. 68)
• 4.4.2 Detailed Processing and Image Diagnostics (p. 69)
• 4.4.3 Image Recording, Storage and Recovery (p. 70)
• 4.4.4 Image Comparison (p. 71)
• 4.4.5 Report and Database Preparation (p. 71)
• 4.5 Recording, Hard Copy and Storage of Images and Data (p. 72)
• Chapter 5 Using Ir Sensing and Imaging Instruments (p. 75)
• 5.1 Introduction: The Thermal Behavior of the Target (p. 75)
• 5.1.1 Emissivity Difference (p. 76)
• 5.1.2 Reflectance Difference (p. 76)
• 5.1.3 Transmittance Difference (p. 77)
• 5.1.4 Geometric Difference (p. 77)
• 5.1.5 Mass Transport Difference (p. 77)
• 5.1.6 Phase-change Difference (p. 77)
• 5.1.7 Thermal Capacitance Difference (p. 77)
• 5.1.8 Induced Heating Difference (p. 78)
• 5.1.9 Energy Conversion Difference (p. 78)
• 5.1.10 Direct Heat Transfer Difference (p. 78)
• 5.1.11 Learning about the Target Environment (p. 78)
• 5.2 Preparation of Equipment for Operation (p. 79)
• 5.2.1 Calibration (p. 79)
• 5.2.1.1 Checking Calibration (p. 79)
• 5.2.1.2 Transfer Calibration (p. 80)
• 5.2.2 The Equipment Checklist (p. 81)
• 5.2.3 Equipment Checkout and Calibration (p. 81)
• 5.2.4 Batteries (p. 81)
• 5.3 Avoiding Common Mistakes in Instrument Operation (p. 82)
• 5.3.1 Start-up Procedure (p. 82)
• 5.3.2 Memorizing the Default Values (p. 82)
• 5.3.3 Setting the Correct Emissivity (p. 83)
• 5.3.4 Filling the IFOV meas for Accurate Temperature Measurements (p. 84)
• 5.3.5 Aiming Normal to the Target Surface (p. 85)
• 5.3.6 Recognizing and Avoiding Reflections from External Sources (p. 86)
• 5.3.7 Avoiding Radiant Heat Damage to the Instrument (p. 86)
• Part II Instrument Applications (p. 87)
• Chapter 6 Introduction to Applications (p. 89)
• Chapter 7 Plant Condition Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance (p. 93)
• 7.1 Introduction (p. 93)
• 7.2 Electrical (p. 94)
• 7.2.1 High Electrical Resistance (p. 94)
• 7.2.2 Short Circuits (p. 96)
• 7.2.3 Open Circuits (p. 96)
• 7.2.4 Inductive Currents (p. 96)
• 7.2.5 Energized Grounds (p. 96)
• 7.2.6 Condition Guidelines (p. 97)
• 7.3 Mechanical (p. 98)
• 7.3.1 Friction (p. 99)
• 7.3.2 Valve or Pipe Blockage/Leakage (p. 99)
• 7.3.3 Insulation within the Plant or Facility (p. 101)
• 7.4 Miscellaneous Applications (p. 101)
• 7.4.1 Rebar Location (p. 101)
• 7.4.2 Condenser Air In-leakage (p. 101)
• 7.4.3 Containment Spray Ring Headers (p. 102)
• 7.4.4 Hydrogen Igniters (p. 102)
• 7.4.5 Effluent Thermal Plumes (p. 102)
• Chapter 8 Buildings and Infrastructure (p. 103)
• 8.1 Introduction (p. 103)
• 8.2 Measuring Insulating Properties (p. 104)
• 8.3 Considering the Total Structure (p. 104)
• 8.4 Industrial Roof Moisture Detection (p. 106)
• 8.5 Thermographic Inspection of Our Aging Infrastructure (p. 107)
• Chapter 9 Materials Testing (p. 109)
• 9.1 Materials Testing--Infrared Nondestructive Testing (p. 109)
• 9.2 Failure Modes and Establishment of Acceptance Criteria (p. 112)
• 9.3 Selecting the IR Imaging System (p. 112)
• 9.4 Pulsed Heat Injection Applications (p. 114)
• 9.4.1 Boiler Tube Corrosion Thinning Assessment (p. 117)
• 9.5 Infrastructure NDT (p. 117)
• Chapter 10 Product and Process Monitoring and Control (p. 121)
• 10.1 The Evolution of Noncontact Process Control (p. 121)
• 10.2 Full Image Process Monitoring (p. 123)
• 10.3 Product Monitoring of Semiconductors (p. 124)
• 10.4 Steel Wire Drawing Machine Monitoring (p. 125)
• 10.5 Full Image Process Control (p. 125)
• 10.6 Closing the Loop--Examples (p. 128)
• Chapter 11 Night Vision, Security and Surveillance (p. 133)
• 11.1 Introduction (p. 133)
• 11.2 Nonmilitary Applications (p. 134)
• 11.2.1 Aerial and Ground (Sea) Based Search and Rescue (p. 134)
• 11.2.2 Firefighting (p. 134)
• 11.2.3 Space and Airborne Reconnaissance (p. 135)
• 11.2.4 Police Surveillance and Crime Detection and Security (p. 135)
• 11.2.5 Drivers' Aid Night Vision (p. 136)
• Appendix A Commercial Instrument Performance Characteristics (p. 139)
• Appendix B Manufacturers of Ir Sensing and Imaging Instruments (p. 155)
• Appendix C Generic Emissivities of Materials (p. 159)