Low SWaP Synthetic Aperture Radars
IMSAR brings radar to those without access due to excessive cost, complexity or required power
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IMSAR multi-mode radar systems are capable of all-weather imaging, monitoring, and surface search
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IMSAR is a global leader in the development of high performance multi-mode radar systems capable of all-weather imaging, monitoring, and surface search. Our low Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) radars are simple to integrate on manned and unmanned aircraft of all sizes, provide capabilities previously only found on large radar systems, and have lower costs and lead times than the competition.
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NSP-3 - IMSAR
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Our radars’ low-Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) means ample room for other onboard sensors, such as Electro-Optical and Infrared (EO/IR) cameras. Users no longer need to decide which sensor to include and which to exclude. Instead, they can understand the bigger picture.
Highly reliable, the NSP-3 has a recommended maintenance interval of 1,250 hours. It can gather data over land and maritime environments and can be used for applications as broad as sea ice monitoring and search and rescue, as well as specialized intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions.
Highly reliable, the NSP-3 has a recommended maintenance interval of 1,250 hours. It can gather data over land and maritime environments and can be used for applications as broad as sea ice monitoring and search and rescue, as well as specialized intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions.
NSP-2 - IMSAR
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The NSP-2 is designed for integration on Modular-Payload (MP) compliant Unmanned Airborne Systems (UAS), and each unit undergoes thorough testing to ensure its reliability.
Instead of a mechanical gimbal that requires regular maintenance, IMSAR’s NSP-2 uses an innovative 2D Electronically-Scanned Array (ESA) antenna to enable quick scanning in both azimuth and elevation.
The NSP-2 works in the Ku-band using multiple modes, such as Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imaging, Magnitude Change Detection (MCD), and Ground and Maritime Moving Target Indication (MTI) at low altitudes.
Instead of a mechanical gimbal that requires regular maintenance, IMSAR’s NSP-2 uses an innovative 2D Electronically-Scanned Array (ESA) antenna to enable quick scanning in both azimuth and elevation.
The NSP-2 works in the Ku-band using multiple modes, such as Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imaging, Magnitude Change Detection (MCD), and Ground and Maritime Moving Target Indication (MTI) at low altitudes.
NSP-7 - IMSAR
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The NSP-7 combines IMSAR’s typical reliability with increased capabilities: for example, the ability to detect footprints. It can even perform SAR Motion Video (SMV) when paired with an airborne server.
The IMSAR NSP-7 radar system is a high-performance, weatherized radar pod engineered for long-range Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and maritime/ground surveillance missions. With advanced Synthetic Aperture (SAR) and Moving Target Indication (MTI) capabilities, the NSP-7 delivers exceptional imaging and detection in a rugged, low-SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) package.
The IMSAR NSP-7 radar system is a high-performance, weatherized radar pod engineered for long-range Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and maritime/ground surveillance missions. With advanced Synthetic Aperture (SAR) and Moving Target Indication (MTI) capabilities, the NSP-7 delivers exceptional imaging and detection in a rugged, low-SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) package.
IMSAR NSP-7 flying with Meta Special Aerospace on a Special Missions King Air 350
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IMSAR's high performance multi-mode radar integration on Meta Special Aerospace's King Air provides all-weather imaging, monitoring, and surface search capabilities at long ranges and high altitudes. Contact us at 801.798.8440 or sales@imsar.com for more information.
NSP-5 - IMSAR
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The NSP-5 is an all-weather, multimode, Ku-band radar designed to fly on Group 3-4 Unmanned Airborne Systems (UAS). Its low-Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) design means ample room for other onboard sensors, such as Electro-Optical and Infrared (EO/IR) cameras. This means users can understand the bigger picture.
The NSP-5 is capable of performing spot and stripmap Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Magnitude Change Detection (MCD), as well as Moving Target Indication (MTI) collections in a variety of maritime and land environments in all weather conditions. This includes smoke, fog and other obscurations where the operators do not have a clear view of the terrain below them.
The NSP-5 has a proven track record of reliability and has a recommended maintenance interval of 2,000 hours. Additionally, the modular design makes the NSP-5 easy to integrate onto most platforms.
The NSP-5 is capable of performing spot and stripmap Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Magnitude Change Detection (MCD), as well as Moving Target Indication (MTI) collections in a variety of maritime and land environments in all weather conditions. This includes smoke, fog and other obscurations where the operators do not have a clear view of the terrain below them.
The NSP-5 has a proven track record of reliability and has a recommended maintenance interval of 2,000 hours. Additionally, the modular design makes the NSP-5 easy to integrate onto most platforms.
NSP-8 - IMSAR
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The NSP-8 is IMSAR’s most powerful radar. It is capable of advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Moving Target Indication (MTI), and Magnitude Change Detection (MCD). When paired with an airborne server, it can even produce SAR Motion Video (SMV). IMSAR adds value to its exceptional engineering with a production time much faster than industry standard.
The NSP-8 is designed for durability and thoroughly tested with a Mean Time Before Failure (MTBF) of over 2,000 hours. Additionally, it’s weatherized for optimal performance over land and sea. With this sensor, IMSAR’s users can understand the bigger picture.
The NSP-8 is designed for durability and thoroughly tested with a Mean Time Before Failure (MTBF) of over 2,000 hours. Additionally, it’s weatherized for optimal performance over land and sea. With this sensor, IMSAR’s users can understand the bigger picture.
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Democratize Radar - IMSAR
IMSAR LLC
We develop high performance multi-mode radar systems capable of all-weather imaging, monitoring, and surface search. Our radars are simple to integrate on manned and unmanned aircraft of all sizes.
About - IMSAR
IMSAR LLC
Located in Utah Valley, IMSAR enjoys both beautiful scenery and access to a wide range of environmental testing opportunities. We are dedicated to rapid technology innovation, providing manned and unmanned platforms with the best Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology possible. Furthermore, we remain committed to decreasing size and increasing the capabilities of our radars. IMSAR is currently working with many agencies, including the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), to deploy new capabilities.
We don’t sacrifice quality for speed. Instead, we build radars that are flexible to install with scalable product architecture. What’s more–we value deep, long lasting relationships built on humility and vulnerability-based trust. This applies to customers, internal team members, and our suppliers. Our 60,000 sq. ft. facility is home to our corporate office, our research and development operations, and our own in-house manufacturing. All of these people are dedicated to one goal: helping our customers understand the bigger picture.
The capabilities of our radars were once thought impossible. We haven’t changed the laws of physics, but we have found new ways to solve complex problems by challenging assumptions.
We don’t sacrifice quality for speed. Instead, we build radars that are flexible to install with scalable product architecture. What’s more–we value deep, long lasting relationships built on humility and vulnerability-based trust. This applies to customers, internal team members, and our suppliers. Our 60,000 sq. ft. facility is home to our corporate office, our research and development operations, and our own in-house manufacturing. All of these people are dedicated to one goal: helping our customers understand the bigger picture.
The capabilities of our radars were once thought impossible. We haven’t changed the laws of physics, but we have found new ways to solve complex problems by challenging assumptions.
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About
IMSAR is a global leader in the development of high performance multi-mode radar systems capable of all-weather imaging, monitoring, and surface search. Our radars are simple to integrate on manned and unmanned aircraft of all sizes.
At IMSAR, we seek to democratize radar: making it more usable, affordable, and available than ever before. Designing our SAR systems to be simple to integrate on manned and unmanned aircraft of all sizes, we preserve the low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) of our systems while expanding our offering of advanced capabilities and operational modes. We seek to eliminate barriers that have prevented customers from looking to radar to augment or solve their Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) problems.
A single IMSAR radar can simultaneously serve many purposes. IMSAR radar sensors provide a suite of capabilities previously only available from large manned aircraft, including Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imaging, Coherent and Magnitude Change Detection (CCD/MCD), Inverse SAR (ISAR), Ground Moving Target Indication (GMTI), and Maritime Moving Target Indication (MMTI). In addition, IMSAR radar systems can generate SAR Motion Video (SMV) from SAR imagery, providing data similar to Full-Motion Video (FMV).
IMSAR has a family of exportable radars suitable for Group 1 through 5 Unmanned Systems and manned aircraft. The NSP-3 weighs 3.5 kg, consumes 81 watts and is suitable for Group 1 and 2 UAS. The NSP-5, which is a program of record for the US Marine Corps, weighs 7.5 kg, consumes 130 watts and is suitable for Group 3 aircraft. The NSP-7 weighs 10.9 kg, consumes 275 watts and is suitable for Group 4 and manned aircraft.
IMSAR radars are designed for volume manufacturing. This results in high quality products and low lead times. Typical lead times are between 5 and 7 months. At times radars are available for purchase off the shelf to fulfill immediate needs.
IMSAR radars can be integrated with existing mission systems for command, control and data dissemination. IMSAR also has an intuitive command, control and data dissemination mission system called Lisa 3D. Lisa 3D makes analyzing data from multiple sensors simple. In Lisa 3D, sensor data is overlaid on an existing 3D optical map or represented with icons to make data easy to find, see, and understand. Use Lisa 3D to perform real-time analysis of data from multiple sensors and generate actionable intelligence. View, annotate, and mark sensor data. Lisa 3D will automatically highlight annotations and marks on the map, timeline, and calendar. Export data using Lisa 3D’s built-in export feature.
Products and Services: radar, synthetic aperture radar, uas payloads, engineering services, manufacturing services
At IMSAR, we seek to democratize radar: making it more usable, affordable, and available than ever before. Designing our SAR systems to be simple to integrate on manned and unmanned aircraft of all sizes, we preserve the low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) of our systems while expanding our offering of advanced capabilities and operational modes. We seek to eliminate barriers that have prevented customers from looking to radar to augment or solve their Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) problems.
A single IMSAR radar can simultaneously serve many purposes. IMSAR radar sensors provide a suite of capabilities previously only available from large manned aircraft, including Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imaging, Coherent and Magnitude Change Detection (CCD/MCD), Inverse SAR (ISAR), Ground Moving Target Indication (GMTI), and Maritime Moving Target Indication (MMTI). In addition, IMSAR radar systems can generate SAR Motion Video (SMV) from SAR imagery, providing data similar to Full-Motion Video (FMV).
IMSAR has a family of exportable radars suitable for Group 1 through 5 Unmanned Systems and manned aircraft. The NSP-3 weighs 3.5 kg, consumes 81 watts and is suitable for Group 1 and 2 UAS. The NSP-5, which is a program of record for the US Marine Corps, weighs 7.5 kg, consumes 130 watts and is suitable for Group 3 aircraft. The NSP-7 weighs 10.9 kg, consumes 275 watts and is suitable for Group 4 and manned aircraft.
IMSAR radars are designed for volume manufacturing. This results in high quality products and low lead times. Typical lead times are between 5 and 7 months. At times radars are available for purchase off the shelf to fulfill immediate needs.
IMSAR radars can be integrated with existing mission systems for command, control and data dissemination. IMSAR also has an intuitive command, control and data dissemination mission system called Lisa 3D. Lisa 3D makes analyzing data from multiple sensors simple. In Lisa 3D, sensor data is overlaid on an existing 3D optical map or represented with icons to make data easy to find, see, and understand. Use Lisa 3D to perform real-time analysis of data from multiple sensors and generate actionable intelligence. View, annotate, and mark sensor data. Lisa 3D will automatically highlight annotations and marks on the map, timeline, and calendar. Export data using Lisa 3D’s built-in export feature.
Products and Services: radar, synthetic aperture radar, uas payloads, engineering services, manufacturing services
