Leonardo DRS Launches Tenum 640 Orbit Thermal Camera with 60 fps and <20 mK Sensitivity
Leonardo DRS has launched the Tenum 640 Orbit thermal camera module featuring a 640×512 resolution uncooled VOx microbolometer and 10 µm pixel pitch in the 8–14 µm spectral band. The SWAP-c optimized module delivers 60 fps imagery with <20 mK sensitivity and supports MIPI CSI/CCS integration across Group 1-3 UAVs, UGVs and USVs.
1. Product Launch and Deployment
Leonardo DRS introduced the Tenum 640 Orbit module optimized for unmanned air, ground and maritime platforms at SOF Week in Tampa, Florida. Built on an uncooled VOx microbolometer, it delivers 640×512 resolution and 10 µm pixel pitch in the 8–14 µm spectral band.
2. High-Performance Thermal Imaging
The Tenum 640 Orbit achieves 60 frames per second imagery and <20 mK thermal sensitivity, enabling persistent detection, tracking and collision avoidance in day/night and degraded-visibility conditions for small unmanned systems.
3. SWAP-c Optimization and Integration
Designed for size, weight, power and cost efficiency, the module supports MIPI CSI/CCS interfaces with optional USB connectivity and configurable video outputs, streamlining OEM integration across Group 1-3 UAVs, UGVs and USVs.
4. Market Implications
This product launch positions Leonardo DRS to address rising demand for compact, high-performance thermal payloads in defense unmanned systems and may drive new integration contracts with security and defense customers.