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High-speed cameras help visualize trajectories of flying insects
Exploring the application of biologically-inspired technologies for autonomous flying vehicles.
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Affordable board-level device for crop temperature observation developed
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Attollo Engineering to provide U.S. Army with infrared imagers
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Satellite images analyzed by neural networks to determine rooftop solar power potential
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New 25Megapixel Camera
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Researchers develop set of natural images to break image classification systems
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Open-source deep learning model extracts street sign locations from Google Street View
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Nuclear fusion reactor monitored by ten-camera multispectral imaging system
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NASA's new robots for the ISS feature multiple vision systems
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Under-vehicle surveillance systems identify potential threats beneath the automobile
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Backlighting & Wavelength Considerations in Machine Vision Illumination
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Backlighting & Wavelength Considerations in Machine Vision Illumination
Backlighting is one of the most useful lighting techniques in machine vision. However, the varying impacts of wavelength and intensity on backlighting can make finding the best solution difficult. Read on for technical tips to improve your application.
Unmanned
Spider monkey population monitored by drones with thermal infrared cameras
In another example of how unmanned technology can serve animal conservation, researchers used drones equipped with thermal infrared (TIR) cameras to monitor spider monkey populations in the Los Arboles Tulum residential development, outside Tulum, Quitana Roo, Mexico.
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iPhone based GoCheckKids app used to detect vision disorders in children
An iPhone app called GoCheckKids eliminates the need for pediatricians to purchase specialized equipment to conduct photoscreening tests on children, a popular method for preventing the development of serious vision disorders.
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Lessons from a career in computer vision from Carnegie Mellon’s Dr. Takeo Kanade
Longtime computer vision expert Dr. Takeo Kanade, U.A. and Helen Whitaker Professor at Carnegie Mellon University, presented the 'Think Like an Amateur, Do As an Expert: Lessons from a Career in Computer Vision,” at the 2018 Embedded Vision Summit.
Cameras & Accessories
Radiant Vision Systems releases 43 MPixel imaging photometer
The Y43 Imaging Photometer from Radiant Vision Systems features a 43 MPixel CCD image sensor and includes a PM-IP Imaging Photometer with internal Tristimulus Y filter for photometric measurements and a PM-IR Imaging Radiometer for IR measurements.
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Raptor Photonics releases new EMCCD camera
The Hawk 252 cooled EMCCD camera released by Raptor Photonics features a back-illuminated sensor that enables imaging at
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New algorithms and tools accelerate embedded vision adoption
Since we started the Embedded Vision Alliance in 2011, there has been an unprecedented growth in investment, innovation, and use of practical vision technology across a broad range of markets. To help understand technology choices and trends, the Embedded Vision Alliance conducts an annual survey of product developers.
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April 2019 snapshots: motion-sensing hardware redesigned for the scientific community, sub-terahertz sensors for autonomous vehicles, fully-automated test processes for aircraft cockpits, and an autonomous delivery truck fleet project
In the April 2019 snapshots, Microsoft designs for the scientific and medical communities a new version of Kinect motion-sensing hardware, MIT develops a solution for LiDAR’s difficulty sensing through fog and dust, Lufthansa Technik develops a robot to test cockpit LED lights and switches, and a collaboration in Russia between software and vehicle production companies and the academic community lays the foundation for a fleet of automated delivery trucks.
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Machine vision system inspects high-speed trains for maintenance needs
PSI Technics’ machine vision system “DA-MI-KA” is a camera-based roof inspection system that records damage to the roof structure of a rail vehicle as it passes by and sends the collected data directly to image analysis software.
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3D camera assists robot in accurate trimming of foam car interior parts
Seeking to reduce waste and increase manufacturing effectiveness, Adient, a leading global manufacturer of car seats and vehicle interior parts, sought the expertise of systems integrator Gips Vision for the development of an automated robotic system.
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April 24 webcast: Machine vision trends in 2019 and beyond
Machine vision is not limited to the factory floor. The more machine vision evolves, the more ways engineers and researchers are discovering to apply machine vision to myriad industries and scientific endeavors. Understanding the advancements in hardware and software technologies is the key to understanding the current growth of the machine vision market and how the market will continue to grow in the future.
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Vision Systems Design announces 2019 Innovators Awards
For the fifth straight year, Vision Systems Design held its Innovators Awards program, which celebrates the disparate and innovative technologies, products, and systems found in machine vision and imaging.
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PRISMA Earth observation satellite carries custom-built hyperspectral instrument
For the Agenzia Spaziale Italian's (or ASI, the Italian Space Agency) PRISMA mission to be a success the namesake satellite required hyperspectral imagers, and in order for the designer of the hyperspectral instrument to successfully complete the task they required custom-designed infrared detectors. Sofradir, one of the world's largest developers of infrared imaging equipment, was happy to oblige.
Security, Surveillance, Transportation
Axis Communications releases rugged open-area surveillance camera
The AXIS Q6215-LE PTZ Network Camera from Axis Communications features a 1/1.9' progressive scan RGB CMOS image sensor, and long-range OptimizedIR and IR-LEDs that according to the manufacturer can deliver superior video quality in low light or complete darkness up to 400 m. The camera has resolution from 1920 x 1080 to 320 x 180 and provides 60 fps at all resolutions.
