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| Electro-optic (EO) devices are often used to capture a scene or to identify objects within a scene. Examples of electro-optic devices include still image cameras, video cameras, non-imaging tracking devices, and imaging tracking devices. These devices are capable of invading privacy and stealing information from individuals and companies. EO devices within a region are split into at least two groups, authorized and non-authorized devices. Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane), has developed and patented a method of identifying and hampering unauthorized EO devices within a scene. This technology is comprised of an optical source emitting energy into the environment towards the EO device, a detector to capture the optical energy retro-reflected from the EO device, and a controller analyzing the detected optical energy to determine whether the EO device is authorized or not. An intruder device is immobilized through a continuous beam of optical energy directed at its location. Advantages: -Enhanced individual and company security -Improved individual and company privacy Potential Application: -Movie sets -Research facilities -Military installations -Airports -Sporting events |
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May 12, 2010
Utility Patent
United States
8,581,771
Nov 12, 2013
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