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[NEWS] Protecting Both Safety and the Environment with Thermal Imaging Bird Detection
- DATE 2025. 09. 09
- VIEWS 46
Why is bird strike a problem?
Collisions between aircraft and birds—commonly known as bird strikes—pose a serious threat to aviation safety. Thousands of such incidents occur worldwide each year, leading to aircraft damage, flight delays, increased maintenance costs, and passenger safety concerns. For airport operators, it is a critical issue that must be addressed.
Application at airports
TBT proposes a solution that uses thermal imaging cameras to reduce the risk of bird strikes. Unlike conventional cameras, thermal imaging detects heat (infrared radiation), allowing it to capture bird movements even at night or in foggy and rainy conditions.
When installed around airport runways, the system enables real-time monitoring of approaching birds, allowing control centers to respond immediately. Additionally, accumulated data can be analyzed to understand seasonal and time-based bird migration patterns, contributing to long-term safety management.
Real-world application at wind farms
TBT’s thermal imaging cameras are already in use at wind farms for bird detection. Bird collisions with wind turbine blades not only damage equipment but also cause serious harm to ecosystems.
Installed cameras detect approaching birds in advance and send warning signals to operators, preventing accidents while ensuring both the reliability of power facilities and eco-friendly operation.
TBT’s solution
Bird strike prevention extends beyond accident avoidance—it is connected to aviation safety, facility protection, and environmental conservation. Thermal imaging–based bird detection technology has become a key tool in addressing these challenges, with applications expected to expand into many other industries.
Currently, TBT offers three thermal imaging camera models TPV-I(A)HDR Series, TPV-I(A)HW Series, TPV-IASW-M Series for bird detection. Each can be selected according to site conditions and requirements, allowing for customized solutions.