KONICA MINOLTA Aeronautics and Defence Industry Solution Colour Gloss, Lightand Display Measurement for the Aeronautics and Defence Industry Giving Shape to Ideas

Advanced Measurement Solutions for Aeronautics & Defence; Precision in Colour, Surface Appearance, Display Technologies and Backlit Symbols In the high-stakes world of Aeronautics and Defence, precision is non-negotiable. Visual uniformity, display readability, and the quality of cockpit and panel illumination can directly impact operational effectiveness and safety. Avionics operates under some of the most demanding conditions and stringent regulatory frameworks in the world. Whether for commercial aviation, unmanned systems, or ground control centres, the sector faces unique challenges that...

Example Applications Aircraft cockpits use various materials for panels and switches that must appear visually uniform when assembled. Colour inconsistencies between batches can lead to mismatched components and rework. A portable spectrophotometer like the CM-25cG ensures consistent colour and gloss measurements across all parts, maintaining visual harmony and production efficiency. Example Applications Aircrafts HUDs must remain clearly legible under diverse lighting conditions, including night-time and high-glare scenarios. Small variations in brightness or contrast can impair visibility and...

Colour & Appearance Solutions The CM-25cG and CM-26dG portable spectrophotometers are ideal for evaluating colour and gloss in components such as cockpit control panels, overhead bins, seat trims, and instrument housings. Their high precision allows manufacturers to detect even the slightest deviations between painted, coated, or moulded parts - across materials like composites, plastics, and metals - ensuring that visual standards are maintained throughout assembly and maintenance processes. Their compact, ergonomic design and high stability allow accurate, repeatable measurements in tight or...

The CM-17d is a high-precision d:8° integrating sphere spectrophotometer ideally suited for the measurement of colour in aircraft paints and coatings. With its compact design, enhanced inter-instrument agreement, and precise measurement of gloss - independent colour, the CM-17d allows aerospace manufacturers to assess and control the visual uniformity of fuselage coatings. Whether in the paint shop or at the quality control station, this instrument ensures that every painted surface aligns with design specifications and complies with stringent aviation standards for visual appearance and surface...

The CM-36dG spectrophotometer provides simultaneous colour and 60° gloss measurement, ensuring that painted surfaces meet both colour and surface finish appearance standards. Whether for colour matching or simultaneous colour and gloss evaluation during the development of new interior materials, such as seat fabrics, cabin wall panels, tray tables, and overhead bins, the CM-36dG ensures repeatable, traceable results that align with industry regulations and reduces the risk of costly rework. The CM-36dG offers high inter-instrument agreement and backwards compatibility with legacy models, ensuring...

The Rhopoint IQ-S glossmeter goes beyond traditional gloss measurement by also quantifying reflection haze, image clarity (DOI), and peak reflection (Rspec) - parameters that directly influence how light interacts with a surface. This advanced profiling ensures that matte or high-gloss finishes on aircraft interiors or exterior panels perform to specification, reduce glare, and provide the visual consistency required in mission-critical applications. Many aerospace components - such as cockpit knobs, bezel trims, throttle levers, and UAV enclosures - feature curved, compact, or recessed geometries...

Light & Display Solutions - Radiant Vision Systems High-precision display and backlit symbol testing for aerospace cockpit The ProMetric® I imaging colorimeter, offers high-resolution, camera-based measurement capabilities tailored to the stringent visual performance requirements of cockpit displays, HUDs, and ground control systems. With the ability to capture millions of data points in a single image, it enables precise evaluation of luminance, chromaticity, contrast, and uniformity across a wide range of display technologies, including LCD, OLED, and emerging avionics panels, ensuring they...

Dual-modality testing for greater precision and efficiency The ProMetric® l-SC system combines a high-resolution imaging colorimeter with a calibrated spectrometer to deliver a comprehensive, all-in-one solution for evaluating the spatial and spectral performance of cockpit displays and backlit aerospace components. It enables precise measurement of luminance, chromaticity, contrast, and colour uniformity across critical visual elements such as multifunction displays, emergency indicators, and illuminated keypads - all within a single, automated testing setup. By integrating spatial imaging analysis...

Light & Display Solutions The CA-410 is a next-generation colour analyser specifically developed to meet the performance requirements of today's advanced flat-panel displays, including OLEDs, mini/micro LEDs, and LCDs - all of which are widely used in modern aircraft cockpits and cabins. From Primary Flight Displays (PFDs) and Navigation Displays (NDs) to passenger entertainment systems, display modules must deliver perfect brightness, colour uniformity, and legibility across varying conditions. The CA-410 supports this with ultra-fast measurement speeds, wide dynamic range, and superior low-luminance...

The CS-3000 and CS-3000HDR spectroradiometers are designed for precision measurement of luminance and chromaticity, even in the most challenging conditions - making them ideal for validating cockpit displays, nightvision compatible lighting, and avionics instrumentation. With an extremely low luminance detection threshold of 0.0001 cd/m2, the CS-3000 excels in evaluating black levels, contrast ratios, and colour performance on displays operating in low-light or nighttime flight scenarios, including HUDs and tactical displays. It uses CIE 170-2:2015 colour matching functions, offering a more human-vision...