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Controp Precision Technologies has received a contract to supply 90 advanced Shapo systems for a Nato army’s patrol vehicles.

Shapo is an ultra-lightweight, gyro-stabilised, EO / IR day / night observation system, which is designed for flexible EO payload deployment on multi-mission patrol vehicles.

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The system includes a thermal imaging camera with a continuous zoom lens, advanced image enhancement, an automatic target tracker, and picture-in-picture technology.

Controp Precision Technologies marketing vice-president Johnny Carni said: "Shapo won this highly competitive tender thanks to our in-house developed technologies that deliver outstanding operational capabilities relative to its low cost.

"The system maintains low size, weight and power (SWaP) and superb gyro-stabilisation, which are crucial factors."

"The system maintains low size, weight and power (SWaP) and superb gyro-stabilisation, which are crucial factors when dealing with patrol vehicles on rough terrain since the vehicles are typically overloaded with various sensors and other systems.

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"These features make the Shapo payload the most cost-effective option when compared to other similar systems on the market."

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The system also provides communication interfaces to serve platforms, including RS-422, ARINC 429 and MIL-STD-1553.

Shapo’s operating control unit is designed to survive the toughest environmental conditions, and provide maximum comfort for extended use.

Carni further added: "We are also in the final stages of evaluation of this system with remote control guns."

Image: Shapo system is designed for flexible EO payload deployment on multi-mission patrol vehicles. Photo: courtesy of CONTROP Precision Technologies Ltd.