Teledyne FLIR, a subsidiary of Teledyne, has introduced Prism SKR, a new software product designed to support autonomous targeting and homing capabilities in guided weapon systems. The software is part of the company’s broader Prism embedded software suite and is intended for use in platforms such as loitering munitions, air-launched effects, counter-unmanned aerial systems, low-cost missiles, and smart munitions.
Prism SKR is engineered to function on low-power embedded processors and supports both infrared thermal and visible camera inputs. According to the company, the software applies algorithms to deliver real-time target data, including position, identification, motion direction, and aim-point localization. This information is used to assist autonomous flight systems in a range of operational scenarios, including air-to-ground, ground-to-air, air-to-air, and ground-to-ground missions.
Teledyne FLIR states that the software is compliant with the Weapon Open System Architecture (WOSA) and is compatible with existing autonomy and navigation platforms. Integration with the broader Prism ecosystem is aimed at reducing development time and cost for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), with additional support provided through the company’s IR camera modules.
The Prism software ecosystem includes tools such as Prism AI for detection and tracking, Prism AIMMGen for generating synthetic datasets and training models, and Prism Supervisor for mission control and guidance. The company offers a full API and SDK to enable customization and optimization of performance. Teledyne FLIR OEM plans to showcase Prism SKR at the SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing event, scheduled to take place in Orlando, Florida, from April 13 to 17, 2025.
