TIC

Question 1

What type of energy does a TIC detect?

Answer 1

Infrared energy

Question 2

What are the limitations of a TIC?

Answer 2

• Reflections - cannot ‘see’ through glass, water or other glossy surfaces.
• Depth Perception - due to narrow field of view in display, tunnel vision.
• Stairs - difficult to navigate stairs due to limited depth perception
• Moving too fast - TIC allows for faster movement and may cause you to not observe basic search and rescue skills.