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October 25, 2012
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Raytheon enhances Common Sensor Payload capabilities
Washington DC (SPX) Oct 25, 2012
Raytheon has successfully demonstrated the enhanced capabilities of its new CSP HD turret, a high definition electro-optical and infrared version of its Common Sensor Payload (CSP). The initial CSP HD system flight test occurred on a U.S. Army Gray Eagle UAS (unmanned aircraft system) platform in September. Built upon the existing CSP system, CSP HD provides significantly improved image quality and resolution compared to Standard Definition (SD) systems. Raytheon is continuing its flight test acti ... read more

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