Abstract: Embodiments of a rolling-shutter imaging system with synchronized scanning illumination and methods for higher-resolution imaging are generally described herein. In some embodiments, the imaging system includes a focal plane array (FPA) and a read-out integrated circuit (ROIC) configured to activate only a portion of the FPA during an integration time. The imaging system also includes a scanner synchronized with the ROIC to illuminate only a portion of a sensor field-of-view (FOV) of the FPA within a scene that corresponds to at least the activated portion of the FPA. The imaging system may also include beamforming optics to generate a beam of light to illuminate the portion of the sensor FOV corresponding to portion of the FPA that is activated.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for enclosing and protecting an electric meter for storage or transport purposes. The apparatus is comprised of a base unit and a cover unit of rigid plastic that provide both shock and thermal protection to the meter. An inwardly extending ring on both the base and cover encloses the meter's flange, thus centering and immobilizing the meter in the case. Both the cover and base unit also have protruding lips of slightly different sizes so that the cover lip accepts the base lip within it. In addition, each lip is threaded, so as to attachably engage with the other and, when rotated, lock the cover, the base and the meter together.