Abstract: A computer model for the generation of thermal images of a quasi-natural terrain by line-scanning technique from a moving platform is presented. Several computer generated thermal images are produced to illustrate the model. The geometrical deformations, space filtration, gray level variation and change of statistical parameters with the scanning angle for generated images are in agreement with theoretical predictions. The analysis of statistical parameters of computer generated thermal images by line-scanning technique indicate approach to efficient image transmission.
Key words: Thermal image, line scanning effects, statistical analysis, video signal.