Optical Design of a Compact Thermal Camera Lens for Uncooled Long-Wave Infrared Imaging Applications

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This compact thermal lens design optimizes the 8-14 μm band for uncooled long-wave infrared (LWIR) microbolometer arrays. It utilizes transmissive materials and advanced coatings to maintain high throughput and low aberration across the full field of view. The design provides a robust, low-SWaP alternative to cooled imaging systems for diverse space-based thermal sensing applications.