In May 2022, the MANTIS consortium, comprising six partners from three countries, convened a review meeting at Adimec Advanced Image Systems in Eindhoven. This initiative highlights their collaborative efforts to drive advancements in imaging technologies and systems.

Core Expertise of MANTIS

The consortium combines industry-leading expertise across optics, image capture, video processing, power consumption management, and thermal control. Their multi-disciplinary approach ensures rapid development of targeted systems and components.

Potential Impact Beyond Security

The outcomes of the project have broader applications in expanding markets such as automotive and smartphones. By identifying new market leadership opportunities through disruptive business or market approaches, MANTIS supports the emergence of future European champions. Crucially, it enhances quality while reducing costs to foster innovations that improve safety and enrich citizens’ experiences globally.

Evolution of Image Capture Technology

Image capture has undergone revolutionary changes in recent years. From HDTV to 4k ultra-high definition (and beyond), advancements like High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology have transformed imaging capabilities. Simultaneously, an expanded spectral range enables innovative applications including 3D ranging, infrared, and thermal imaging.

MANTIS Vision Objectives

The MANTIS vision project targets the next generation of broadcasting and security systems by enhancing image quality through improved spatial and temporal resolution, higher dynamic range. It also integrates multiple imaging modalities with AI algorithms to create new functionality while optimizing manufacturing workflows for greater performance at lower costs.

A key focus involves exploring how intelligence can be integrated into image sensors to achieve cost-effective system architecture improvements. For more information on the MANTIS vision project, please visit the dedicated page on the PENTA website:

Link to Mantis Vision Project

Summary of Progress

Image capture and video-based applications have evolved tremendously over the past decade. The transition from HDTV to 4k ultra HD (and beyond), HDR technology integration, and spectral range expansion mark significant progress in imaging systems for high-end security and broadcast.

The MANTIS vision project builds on this foundation by developing a multi-modal, multi-camera system connected to an AI-capable edge processing box. This innovation aims to lower costs while enabling new functionality and ease of use.

Further details about the project are available through the provided link.

Last Updated: 2025-09-04 18:21:25