Overview
ISO 14132-5:2008 - Optics and photonics - Vocabulary for telescopic systems - Part 5: Terms for night vision devices - is an international standard that defines terms and definitions for night vision devices such as binoculars, monoculars and goggles. It establishes a common vocabulary to describe device functions, components and performance aspects used in night observation, low-light rescue operations, urgent repairs in the dark, night-time surveillance, and research in the near infrared and ultraviolet regions. The standard explicitly does not cover thermal imaging technology.
Key topics
- Standardized terminology for night vision devices to ensure consistent use of words across engineering, documentation and testing.
- Scope and normative references that place the vocabulary within the ISO 14132 series (telescopic systems).
- Multilingual support and indexes - the publication includes alphabetical indexes and terms presented for use across languages (English, French, Russian, German).
- Reproduction conditions - the document permits reproduction of the terms and definitions in teaching manuals, instruction booklets and technical publications for educational or implementation purposes provided no changes are made and ISO 14132-5 is cited as the source.
Note: ISO 14132-5 defines vocabulary only; it does not specify performance test methods or numeric performance requirements.
Applications
ISO 14132-5:2008 is practical for a wide range of users:
- Manufacturers and product designers - to write consistent specifications, manuals and labeling for night vision binoculars, monoculars and goggles.
- Test laboratories and QA teams - to ensure uniform terminology in reports and conformity documentation.
- Procurement and contracts - to create clear product specifications and reduce ambiguity when purchasing night vision equipment.
- Regulators and standards committees - for harmonized language in regulations and guidance documents.
- - to produce accurate, standardized documentation and multilingual materials.
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