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Vision Language Models are providing new opportunities in a wide variety of automation applications, including machine vision and robotics.
VLMs augment traditional machine vision systems by providing interpretive insights and active task guidance, transforming factory automation and empowering workers with real-time...
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Discover how the Cognex In-Sight 2800 simplifies inspections and code reading in one device. Learn how manufacturers cut costs, improve quality, and streamline automation with...
May 1, 2026
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See how Federal Package boosted product quality and efficiency using Cognex Edge Learning. With automated inspection achieving 99% defect detection, they ensure consistent branding...
May 1, 2026
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Deep learning is now a practical tool for machine vision inspection. Learn when to use it, how imaging impacts results, and how to deploy reliable workflows that deliver measurable...
May 27, 2026
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Learn how lighting, environment, data flow, and compute placement influence camera selection in machine vision systems. The event offers practical insights for product teams and...
April 22, 2026

Podcast

Cameras and Accessories

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Extend your Oktoberfest celebration in Stuttgart this Fall. Attendees to VISION 2026 will see solutions focused on machine vision and image processing technology. They also will...
April 24, 2026
Focus On Vision: April 22, 2026
This episode explores recent breakthroughs in machine vision, including Japan's pioneering work in upright radiotherapy assessment, and highlights collaborations enhancing warehouse...
April 22, 2026
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Machine Vision in Factory
Brought to you by Vision Systems Design, this free online summit brings together industry experts to discuss advancements in machine vision, from robotic independence to humanoid...
April 20, 2026
RMA Electronics: Behind every lens, there's a story
The Massa family reflects on their journey, focusing on maintaining tradition while embracing automation and digital marketing to meet future challenges and support the next generation...
March 25, 2026

Factory Automation

Cognex Corporation
Cognex InSight 3900 Vision System Qualcomm Dragonwing
Built on Qualcomm Dragonwing technology, the In-Sight 3900 offers real-time, high-resolution inspections up to 25MP, with seamless PLC integration and cloud-to-edge architecture...
May 5, 2026
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The 2026 Joseph F. Engelberger Robotics Awards celebrate Hiroshi Fujiwara's leadership in Japan's robotics ecosystem and Robert Little's innovative contributions to robotic end...
April 29, 2026
Brian Benoit, Cognex
Cognex’s In-Sight 6900 introduces a modular, AI-powered vision controller designed for flexible industrial inspection. Powered by NVIDIA Jetson, it enables real-time, edge AI ...
April 28, 2026
Endeavor Business Media
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Visions: A Machine Vision and Automation Solutions Podcast
This episode explores how Royal Canin improved safety and increased loading efficiency by 50% through Zebra Technologies' fixed-scanner system, eliminating manual barcode scans...
April 22, 2026

Non-Factory Automation

Focus on Vision: April 9, 2026
This episode explores recent breakthroughs in machine vision technology, including a metasurface-based optical learning machine from Hong Kong that enhances neural network scalability...
April 9, 2026
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A drone equipped with the Q.Fly Water system in flight.
Quantum Solutions collaborates with Delmar Aerospace and Perspectum to create drone-mounted systems utilizing quantum dot SWIR sensors and AI for high-resolution water moisture...
April 8, 2026
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Visions: A Machine Vision and Automation Solutions Podcast
This episode explores a vision-guided robotic system designed to inspect and clean cows' udders and teats, ensuring hygiene compliance while reducing manual labor and increasing...
March 24, 2026
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unmanned MQ-25 aircraft rests aboard the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush
SECO USA, in collaboration with Boeing, has achieved design certification for the deck control device (DCD) used with the U.S. Navy's MQ-25A Stingray UAV, emphasizing ruggedness...
March 19, 2026

Embedded Vision

Focus On Vision: March 11, 2026
The episode covers recent breakthroughs in machine vision, from autonomous robots like Tally achieving UL certification to biohybrid sensors mimicking natural eyes and software...
March 11, 2026
Leopard Imaging
Leonard Imagaing's LI-OG12B10-MIPI-AF-95D V1.0 module is suitable for space-constrained environments such as smart cameras and smart glasses.
Leopard Imaging offers two compact 12MP camera modules featuring autofocus and high-speed MIPI CSI-2 output, suitable for embedded vision in mobile, wearable, and smart devices...
Jan. 23, 2026
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Luxonis's new OAK 4 system is a fully self-contained edge AI camera with up to 52 TOPS, featuring onboard processing, perception, and cloud management.
Dec. 18, 2025
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Frame grabber designed for embedded vision tasks for high-performance industrial applications.
Dec. 15, 2025

Boards and Software

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Read Vision Systems Design's collection of educational articles on using deep learning in machine vision and imaging.
Dec. 30, 2025
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Figure 1: An imaging solution allows employees to have an unobstructed view of the wire positioned on an automated crimping machine.
Hexicurity is developing an AI-enabled vision system to improve wire crimp quality in its security access products, reducing faults and increasing reliability through machine ...
Dec. 26, 2025
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Latest machine vision software version adds new tool designed to reduce time and cost in retraining deep learning models.
Dec. 19, 2025
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MVTec Software GmbH partners with Qualcomm Technologies to improve the integration of HALCON machine vision software with Qualcomm's Dragonwing processors, enabling faster and...
Dec. 10, 2025