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PILARw & PIVOT 01dB-Metravib
Address: 200, Chemin des Ormeaux - F-69578, LIMONEST Cedex, France - Tel. : +33 (0)4 72 52 48 00 - Fax. : +33 (0)4 72 52 47 47 www.01db-metravib.com
Acoustic Gunshot Detection and Localisation System
A Complete Product Range
PILARw is a situation awareness system for the automatic detection and localisation of small and medium calibre gunshots, as well as rockets (RPGs), mortars and anti-tank missiles. PILARw displays the gunshots origin in grid coordinates and in real-time allowing to pinpoint the threat. Two main applications are covered: The ground deployment and the vehicle mounted deployment allowing operation in motion. Adaptation to other platforms (soldier, helicopter, fast patrol boat,...) are available with custom design.
PILARw and PIVOT systems have been designed with a particular attention towards modularity, avoiding single-purpose components. This architecture allows for system customisation to meet different operational requirements with the same equipment.
Ground Deployment Quick Intuitive
Coupling with additional sensors and/or networking of sensor systems is available on request. Integration with C4ISR is easy and provides Friend/Foe identification for optimised reaction.
Alarm
Threat Surveillance and Visualisation System
Visual Threat
The 01dB-Metravib specialists are also involved in research programs and prototype developments. Threat detection algorithms for intrusion detection or border surveillance as well as Unattended Ground Sensors are in the scope of our projects.
As a stand-alone equipment, PIVOT is an automatic surveillance system with scanning and recording functions. Coupled with PILARw, the PIVOT processes azimuth and elevation data to rotate and tilt the turret in the proper direction to provide in real time the picture of the threat's point of origin.
Numerical Threat Localisation
PIVOT greatly enhances observation, target acquisition and threat identification capabilities, making it ideal for a variety of applications and environments, including infantry units, Special Forces, forward observers, reconnaissance patrols, peacekeeping forces, security forces and surveillance of sensitive sites.
Main References Quick Intuitive Alarm
Vehicle Mounted
Combat Proven The Ground and Vehicular Versions are certified for fielding by the US Special Operations Command with the M1 & M2 reference number in the GDS category (Gunshot Detection Systems).
Experts in Battlefield Acoustics
Identification
PIVOT (PIlar Versatile Observation Turret) is a rapidly deployable and man-portable surveillance system, consisting of a high speed pan-and-tilt turret equipped with a Day Camera and optionally with multi-function thermal imagers.
Australia ❚ Belgium ❚ Denmark ❚ EDA ❚ France ❚ Germany ❚ Indonesia ❚ Italy ❚ Poland ❚ Singapore ❚ Slovakia ❚ South Africa ❚ United Kingdom ❚ United States ❚
Testimony from US Army in External Operations: "One week after the PILARw training, the unit had the system set up in an operational high risk area. Rounds were fired by insurgent snipers at our soldiers. The PILARw performed as advertised and identified distance and bearing of fire. Search of location resulted in capture of insurgents and weapons. No soldiers were injured. The unit is very pleased with the performance. They are looking forward to using the vehicle mounted version. Thanks so much for getting this system and training to our Soldiers. Catching the bad guys equates to saving lives.”