SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE DETECTION OF ICE AND OTHER DEBRIS ON A SURFACE MEMBER

摘要

A system and method for detecting debris on the surface of a member are provided, for example, for detecting ice or other debris on an other surface of an aircraft. The detection system includes a heating device in thermal communication with the member, an infrared sensing device configured to sense infrared radiation emitted from the member, and a monitoring device in communication with the sensing device. The monitoring device is configured to monitor a change in emission from the member and thereby detect the presence of debris on the surface of the member.