I wanted to shed some light on the recent IR thermal video of the Jellyfish UAP that’s been circulating. There’s a notion that this UAP is exhibiting rapid temperature changes, but this interpretation might be a bit off due to the nuances of thermal imaging. Here’s what you need to know:
Contrast Over Absolute Temperature: In the thermal video, what appears as temperature shifts in the Jellyfish UAP is likely changes in temperature contrast against its background. As it moves through different thermal environments, its thermal signature seems to change, but this is more about contrast than actual temperature.
Camera’s Automatic Adjustments: Thermal cameras often automatically adjust their thermal range based on the hottest and coldest temperatures in view (a feature known as Automatic Gain Control, or AGC). This adjustment can give the illusion that the objects temperature is changing as it traverses different thermal landscapes.
The Role of Camera Sensitivity: The sensitivity of the thermal camera to temperature variations is crucial. Even slight environmental or temperature contrasts can appear exaggerated, especially if the camera is highly sensitive.
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