The third dimension of light
Image processing based on polarized light can be used to detect hidden product properties such as stresses in plastics or glass. Jan Sandvoss from Stemmer Imaging explains the possibilities of the technology.
Image processing based on polarized light can be used to detect hidden product properties such as stresses in plastics or glass. Jan Sandvoss from Stemmer Imaging explains the possibilities of the technology.

Baumer is launching six LXT cameras with resolutions from 0.5 to 7.1 megapixels that combine Sony 3rd generation Pregius CMOS sensors with 10 GigE.

Framos has added Intel's first lidar device, the L515 depth camera, to its product range. According to the supplier, the L515 is the world's smallest and most energy-efficient solid-state lidar depth camera with XGA resolution and a detection range of 0.25 m to 9 m.

For use in harsh environments, Matrix Vision offers a waterproof version of the 'mvBlueCougar-X' industrial camera with the IP67C option.

JAI has introduced a new generation of prism cameras for its 'Fusion' series of multispectral imaging solutions.
Falling prices and rising performance - the perfect basis for embedded vision technology. Six experts discussed this and more during Embedded World 2020 at the panel discussion 'Embedded Vision everywhere? ' organized by the VDMA Machine Vision department.
Hyperspectral-based image processing makes it possible to detect organic or inorganic contaminants on objects - not only on their surface, but in some cases also inside them. An overview.

The Firefly DL is Flir's first deep learning-based, interference-enabled machine vision camera with 'Neuro' technology.
In contrast to conventional image processing systems, modern laser scanners not only check the completeness of the empties - they also determine whether the correct type of bottle is in the crate.

There have been changes to the Management Board of image processing technology provider Stemmer Imaging: one new member has been appointed and one is leaving the board.

Basler's business figures for 2019
The industrial camera manufacturer Basler AG significantly increased its sales and incoming orders in 2019 compared to the previous year. However, the company is only venturing a forecast for the first half of the year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

IDS Imaging Development Systems
Personnel changes in the management of IDS: Daniel Seiler leaves at the end of February, Jan Hartmann, eldest son of the company founder, joins the management of the company as the second generation at the same time.
Teledyne e2v has announced the Bora CMOS time-of-flight sensor, designed for 3D detection and ranging to support industrial applications including vision-guided robotics, logistics and surveillance.
With the Alvium 1800 U-501 NIR, Allied Vision is expanding its range of USB cameras based on 'Alvium' technology.
Innovations in the fields of artificial intelligence and embedded vision as well as special processors and development environments for image processing open up a broader spectrum for the technology. An overview.
Event-Based Vision is a completely new and cost-effective approach to monitoring fast-moving processes that differs fundamentally from conventional image processing concepts.
Deep learning requires many real images from production, users want to save images from production for archiving, error images or decisions in the gray area should be documented.

Vision Components is launching a new generation of embedded vision systems, including one with an integrated quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor clocked at 1.2 GHz.

Isra Vision, a provider in the field of industrial image processing, surface inspection and 3D machine vision, and the Swedish listed industrial group Atlas Copco want to enter into a strategic partnership.

The European Machine Vision Association (EMVA) has had a new president since January 1, 2020: Dr. Chris Yates succeeds Jochem Herrmann, who has held this position since 2015.