SCD USA’s MIRA SWIR Camera Integrated into Major U.S. Defense Platforms

SCD USA has announced the successful design-in of its MIRA Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) camera into several major defense programs across North America. These integrations span a variety of platforms, including man-portable systems, armored fighting vehicles, loitering munitions, and counter-UAS systems.

The company has also secured an initial low-rate production order for airborne deployment. According to SCD USA, this integration marks the beginning of broader adoption, with MIRA poised to become a standard imaging solution in future procurements across these platforms.

MIRA is powered by SCD’s advanced SWIFT-EI InGaAs detector, delivering an exceptional SWaP-C (Size, Weight, Power, and Cost) SWIR sensor with VGA resolution, multi-spot Asynchronous Laser Pulse Detection (ALPD), and ultra-high-speed frame rates of up to 1,500 fps. The SWIFT-EI also integrates event-based, neuromorphic imaging, which reduces bandwidth by detecting and transmitting only scene changes—critical for efficient, real-time SWIR imaging in battlefield environments.

Additionally, MIRA incorporates Coded Spot Tracking (CST), enhancing operational flexibility across a wide range of missions. With its 10µm pixel pitch, compact form factor, and low power consumption, MIRA is ideally suited for integration into small payloads, missile seekers, vehicles, and handheld devices. Its improved background-independency further boosts situational awareness in complex environments.

“The integration of MIRA into these defense programs underscores its essential role in enhancing operational effectiveness across modern military platforms,” said Mark Fydenkevez, CEO of SCD USA. “We remain committed to delivering next-generation SWIR technology that empowers our customers to achieve mission success with unmatched performance and innovation.”