Finmeccanica

Slowmo Ltd was asked to provide a high speed camera provision for a series of trials taking place over a time period of around 18 months. The test location was the Flare Test Track at COTEC, Wiltshire. Images showing the flight trajectory and orientation of a projectile covering a distance of approximately 250m was required. Up to 5 Photron high speed cameras were placed accordingly, showing ejection point, primary and secondary flight phases and landing point. A Photron SA3 high speed camera was placed on the test track itself allowing unique views of the ejection point to be recorded. Each camera was triggered simultaneously allowing flight time to be calculated. An IRIG time code was also recorded allowing synchronisation with other electronic equipment.