Expanding the Range of Video Surveillance: Applying Hyperspectral Imaging to Detect Hidden Threats

This IDC Market Perspective examines the state of the market, reviews the offerings of several market players, and examines the prospects for a wider adoption of hyperspectral imaging, which is traditionally used in space exploration for mineral detection and is now being applied to enhance safety, security, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors by providing detailed spectral information beyond human vision. This technology - capable of detecting hidden threats and environmental changes - faces challenges such as high costs and complex data processing but holds promise for widespread adoption as it becomes more accessible and integrated into conventional video surveillance systems, potentially revolutionizing physical security and environmental monitoring."Hyperspectral imaging transcends human vision, unveiling hidden threats and opportunities across the safety, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors." - Mike Jude, research director, Video Surveillance and Vision Applications at IDC