There are a number of different FLIR camera that have thermal imaging. In fact, all of FLIR's cameras have thermal imaging, and are used by military, police, and civilians.
Thermal imaging is not comparable to a x-ray. However thermal imaging has been compared to x-ray vision. Nevertheless, both x-rays and thermal imaging are both important. They both have different uses.
Human Edge - 2001 Thermal Imaging was released on: USA: 2001
Yes, a civilian can purchase a thermal imaging camera. They are available at online retailers, including at Sears.com. Yes a civillian can purchase a thermal imaging camera. Beleive it or not you can find them on Ebay.
Sir William Herschel noted infrared back in the 1800s. But, there were three companies, Texas Instruments, Honeywell, and Hughes Aircraft, credited with modern technology in infrared detectors and imaging.
remember it for ever as 40% of it is by imaging
Thermal Imaging cameras work on a 14,000nm wavelength, which is perfect for working in poorly lit (dark) places due to their ability to capture heat emitted by objects (hence not requiring light for the camera to detect objects). Basic thermal imaging cameras cost $1,000-$2,000. Specialized thermal imaging cameras (such as those used by fire departments) cost around $9,000 each.
No, thermal imaging is a post war invention.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thermography
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The main purpose a thermal imaging scope is for either handheld or weapon-mounted sight and surveillance. The scopes can also be manufactured for night vision use.
Fluke makes several different kinds of thermal cameras and thermal imaging devices. You can try www.fluke.com and just browse through them or follow this link to go directly to them www.fluke.com/fluke/usen/thermal-imaging/ti25.htm?PID=56723.