A two-stage framework for infrared image enhancement under long-range turbulence

Key Points

• Improved infrared image quality was achieved under conditions of long-range turbulence, enhancing visibility and detail.
• Image enhancement was quantified with a two-stage framework, achieving significant clarity in test images.
• Trial analysis utilized sophisticated image processing techniques to adaptively correct distortions and noise.
• May enable practical advancements in fields reliant on high-quality infrared imaging under challenging atmospheric conditions.