The source video is fed to a pre-processor which uses verified mathematical algorithms to accomplish image enhancement,improve target contrast and suppress clutter, providing a more accurate separation of the target from ‘noise’ in the scene and more robust target acquisition and tracking. A range of different pre-processors are included as standard.

The system then identifies objects within an area or window of the video image which meet the user-defined target criteria. A range of different detection algorithms are built in to meet different situational requirements. Automatic acquisition may be prioritized using several different factors, including fastest target and largest target

The TRACKER application feature a wide range of high-performance detection and tracking algorithms which can be tailored for the particular operational scenario,including centroid, background subtraction and contour detection. Algorithms may also be combined to meet particularly demanding tracking scenarios.

In Auto-track Mode, the target tracker automatically tracks the detected target that meets the tracking criteria and can control almost any type of pan and tilt system to keep the paint-ball marker centered on the target.

When target engagement mode is activated, the TRACKER application will autonomously give command to the triggers servo to fire the paint-ball marker when there is a stable target tracking and the criteria for engagement are fulfilled.

In many training scenarios the debriefing and after training analysis is of paramount importance. With the professional version of the TRACKER application we offer a logging module that can records a wide range of parameters.