Machine Vision Insider - Aug 27th, 2026

Advances in AI and automated inspection

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EDITOR'S NOTE

This week's Machine Vision Insider highlights how machine vision is driving precision and reliability in today's most challenging environments. From Senior Editor Jim Tatum's article on GM's automated EV battery inspection to the role of sensor calibration in physical AI vision systems from Sparsh Gautam, we see the details that make these vision systems work in the real world.

In my latest blog, Ode to Dolly: Bridging Imagination with Machine Vision, I reflect on how Dolly Parton's legacy reminds us that vision is about more than technology. It is also about imagination, empathy, and using innovation to expand possibilities for others.

In our latest Focus on Vision, Justine Murphy dives into underwater vision tech among other topics. Our Visions podcast this week is with Arthur Erickson from Hylio about drone camera cost, performance, and payload design for diverse industry uses. And we learn about Schneider-Kreuznach’s role in NASA’s Artemis Missions.

This edition reflects the fast pace of change and the growing demand for smarter, more resilient automation.

What advances in vision are you and your company working on? Let us know at [email protected], or contact me directly at [email protected].

Have a great week. And, until next time, stay curious.

Sharon Spielman, head of content
Vision Systems Design

GM's BVSeal System: Cutting-Edge Solution for Leak Detection in Electric Vehicle Manufacturing

General Motors has developed BVSeal, an advanced automated inspection system utilizing gas imaging, cobots, edge computing, and AI to detect leaks in EV battery trays and packs during production, reducing waste and improving quality.

Beyond Model Accuracy: The Critical Role of Sensor Calibration in Physical AI Vision Systems

Focusing on the challenges of sensor drift caused by environmental factors and mechanical wear, this article discusses how traditional one-time calibration methods are insufficient for dynamic real-world conditions. It advocates for ongoing calibration strategies, including diagnostics and environmental feature tracking, to maintain system accuracy...

Precision Optics Enabling Lunar Navigation: Schneider-Kreuznach’s Role in NASA’s Artemis Missions

Behind every successful space mission is a blend of precise engineering and curiosity, and Schneider-Kreuznach’s lenses seem to embody this spirit in NASA’s Artemis program. The company’s ruggedized Tourmaline 2.0/35 C lenses are integrated into the optical navigation (OpNav) camera system aboard the Orion spacecraft, helping it navigate...