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Zivid Launches New Camera Line

New 3D+2D cameras designed for machine vision applications in challenging environments.

Figure 1: Researchers at Ritsumeikan University propose an edge-highlighting visualization technique for 3D scanned objects that employs two novel approaches: dual 3D edge extraction and opacity–color gradation.

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Advanced Visualization Method Improves Understanding of 3D Point Cloud Data

Image sensors

Sony Launches New CMOS Sensor

Cables and Connectivity

Bye-Bye Control Cabinet: How to Implement Decentralized Connectivity for Vision Systems

Embedded Vision

Active Silicon Launches New Line of Machine Vision Computers

Learning Resources

Webinars

A Step-by-Step Guide to Managing a Machine Vision Project

Join machine vision expert David Wyatt in this webinar as he reveals the best practices for successfully managing a machine vision project, from specification to testing, drawing...

Jan. 29, 2025

Low Power Image Sensors Revolutionize Vision System Design and Efficiency

Modern image sensor technology enables a growing range of robust vision system capabilities in industrial and commercial applications. This paper dives into the challenges design...

Dec. 2, 2024

Euresys Custom Logic enables Machine Learning based processing at the edge

In their paper, the research team described how they processed fast camera data, at rates exceeding 100,000 fps, on in-situ Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) hardware for plasma...

Nov. 15, 2024

The Latest 3D Imaging Trends in Machine Vision

Dive into the world of 3D imaging in machine vision with experts David Dechow and Daniel Lau as they explore cutting-edge techniques and applications, guided by moderator Linda...

Dec. 18, 2024

Cameras and Accessories

Image sensors

OMNIVISION Launches New CMOS sensor

Compact sensor designed for AI, AON-based vision applications, including facial recognition.

Dec. 4, 2024

Cameras and Accessories

IDS Launches New Addition to Camera Line

New event-based camera designed for inspections, factory automation applications.

Nov. 8, 2024

Cameras and Accessories

JAI Adds New Line Scan Cameras to Sweep Camera Series

Cameras designed for high-speed, high detail machine vision applications.

Nov. 5, 2024

Image sensors

OMNIVISION Launches Three New Image Sensors

Sensors especially designed for machine vision applications such as factory automation, robotics, logistics.

Oct. 31, 2024

Factory Automation

Factory Automation

Next-Gen Contact Image Sensors Enhance Inspection of Batteries and Printed Material

Contact Image Sensors are suitable for inspection and metrology tasks in spatially restricted machine vision environments.

Nov. 27, 2024

Factory Automation

Test Your Knowledge: Machine Vision in Metrology Applications

Take our brief quiz on using machine vision technology to facilitate metrology applications in manufacturing.

Nov. 21, 2024

Figure 1: Successful in-line metrology using machine vision often requires “creative” imaging solutions including specialty optics, illumination, and even repositioning of the part or imaging system.

Factory Automation

Keys to Deploying Machine Vision in Precision In-Line Measurement Applications in Manufacturing

Do you want to design and execute non-contact metrology applications that work flawlessly? Machine Vision Expert David Dechow explains how.

Nov. 18, 2024

Figure 1: The researchers used an inspection system that included a Maritech Eye to detect parasites in cod fillets.

Factory Automation

Machine Vision Inspection System Detects Parasites in Cod

The vision system uses hyperspectral imaging and deep learning and produces results fast enough for a factory environment.

Nov. 15, 2024

Non-Factory Automation

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How Is AI/Machine Learning Impacting Engineering?

AI/ML becoming an important addition to an engineer's toolkit, according to Vision Systems Design's 2024 Salary & Career Survey.

Nov. 26, 2024

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Engineering is a Great Career. More People Should Get Into It.

Readers share opinions on engineering in VSD's 2024 Salary & Career Survey

Nov. 20, 2024

Figure 1: Amazon's Vison-Assisted Package Retrieval uses cameras, automotive light projectors and machine learning.

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Amazon Develops Computer Vision Solution to Assist Delivery Drivers

The automated process eliminates the need to organize packages by stops, read labels, and scan barcodes manually.

Oct. 28, 2024

Figure 1: The 4K version of the Transverse Profiling System provides detailed image data on pavement conditions.

Non-Factory

3D Laser Line Profiling System Details Safety of Road Pavement

Transverse Profiling System from Ames Engineering calculates the depth of ruts in pavement and provides detailed 3D images.

Sept. 17, 2024

Embedded Vision

Embedded Vision

IMAGO Technologies Adds New Sensor Options to Smart Camera Line

New Vision Cam XM2 models designed for machine vision applications requiring high resolution imaging at lower frame rates.

Nov. 22, 2024

Embedded Vision

e-con Systems Launches New RGB-IR Camera

Camera especially designed for machine vision applications in industries such as medical, life sciences, and agriculture,

Nov. 13, 2024

Figure 1: A mandate from the U.S. National Highway Safety Administration to include day/night automatic breaking in 2029 cars is fueling an urgent the need for high performance, compact thermal cameras.

Embedded Vision

SWaP-C Principles Enable Inexpensive High-Definition Thermal Imaging Cameras

Compact thermal cameras are suitable for applications involving automated inspection, autonomous vehicles, drones, and monitoring of production equipment.

Nov. 11, 2024