A method for determining azimuth and elevation angles of a radiation
source or other physical objects located anywhere within an cylindrical
field of view makes use of an omni-directional imaging system comprising
of reflective surfaces, an image sensor and an optional optical filter
for filtration of the desired wavelengths. The imaging system is designed
to view an omni-directional field of view using a single image sensor and
with no need for mechanical scan for coverage of the full field of view.
Use of two such systems separated by a known distance, each providing a
different reading of azimuth and elevation angle of the same object,
enables classic triangulation for determination of the actual location of
the object. The invention is designed to enable use of low cost
omni-directional imaging systems for location of radiation sources or
objects.