RADIOMETRIC THERMAL IMAGING IMPROVEMENTS FOR NAVIGATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Thermal imaging and navigation systems and related techniques are provided to improve the operation of manned or unmanned mobile platforms, including passenger vehicles. A system includes a thermal imaging device configured to be mounted on a vehicle. The thermal imaging device is configured to, when mounted on the vehicle, capture a first image of a scene encompassing a portion of the vehicle and capture a second image associated with a reflection of the scene from the portion of the vehicle. The system further includes a logic device configured to communicate with the thermal imaging device and determine a disparity map based on the first image and the second image.