Features

• Real-time, automated FOD detection & identification with visual verification (Real time video display and 2D plan view)
• Detecting, locating and classifying FOD
• Video recording & post-event analysis
• Full visual assessment from ATC/Ground Ops Control
• All-weather, 24x7 operations
• Self-calibrated cameras with automated scene analysis
• Dedicated scan zones for entire runway
• Configurable scan resolution for different object sizes
• Locate and record FOD for rapid recovery response
• Able to detect FOD in all areas - Hanger, apron, runway, taxiway, flight deck

Benefits

• Monitor all Air Operations Area including runways, taxiways, aprons and adjacent areas
• User-friendliness with intuitive GUI based on visual and audio alerts
• Zoom-in Visual Verification with superb image clarity of the detected FOD
• All-weather, 24x7 Operations (day, night, rain, shine, haze & snow)
• True Detection regardless of FOD material, shape, colour and changing environmental conditions
• Passive system
  • No radiation emission (potential health hazard)
  • No active light source (operational interference)
  • fully compliant with ICAO standards on emission, exposure and flight safety
• Provide Precise Location of FOD detected
• iFerret™ Differentiates Multiple FODs spaced 0.5m (or 1.6 ft) apart
• Built-in Detection Coverage Redundancy such that in the event of any sensor failure or maintenance of node, the adjacent sensors continue to provide coverage for the “lost” sector
• Continuous and Event Video Recording for post-incident traceability and investigation
• Comprehensive Reporting Functions which enables statistical analysis and reporting of FOD occurrence
• Night operation capable without lighting
• Allow Airport operators to prioritise FOD recovery
• Increased Situation Awareness through 24 x 7 continuous detection of the airfield
• Value Added Functions of iFerret™ include:
  1) Airside Security and Safety Surveillance
  2) Runway Surface or Pavement Condition Monitoring
  3) Runway Wildlife Incursion Monitoring 

• Complementary to Military Needs for detecting craters and unexploded ordnance in Battle Damage Assessment (BDA).