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High-Speed CMOS Camera Demonstrations at International Technical Exhibition

October 12, 2017

At the International Technical Exhibition (ITE) in Yokohama, Japan from December 2nd to 4th, Adimec will showcase enhancements to its latest CMOS-based camera series, including the new SAPPHIRE S-25A70—currently the fastest 25-megapixel camera capable of reaching up to 73 frames per second (fps) via …

High-Speed Imaging Without High-Data-Rate Interfaces: The Buffered Pipeline Solution

October 12, 2017

Traditional machine vision systems rely on matching the data rate of image sensors with frame grabbers or PCs. However, common image data rates are projected to exceed 10Gbit/s and approach 30Gbit/s in the coming years. This surge necessitates high-performance interface solutions to fully exploit …

Higher Resolution Cameras: Driving Semiconductor Packaging Inspection Equipment

October 12, 2017

Modern semiconductor packaging inspection equipment, which supports smartphone production demand, leverages higher resolution cameras combined with high speeds to achieve greater throughput and accuracy. While companies like Samsung and Apple focus on meeting consumer demands for more advanced …

ICAF Project: Pushing Boundaries in 3D Imaging and Video Transmission

October 12, 2017

The ICAF project has recently shared its achievements on their website. This initiative focused on developing cutting-edge technologies for Machine Vision, Security/Surveillance, and Professional Broadcast applications. Key Objectives The main goals were to research, develop, and demonstrate …

Image Acquisition Challenges for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

October 12, 2017

Video-based intelligent transportation systems (ITS) cover a wide range of applications, including vehicle detection technologies, traffic management solutions, automatic toll collection mechanisms, and more. These systems often leverage either Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) or Automatic …

Image Quality Optimization Strategies for Enhanced Automatic Number Plate Recognition Accuracy

October 12, 2017

Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is essential for Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR), also known as Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR). Therefore, improving input image quality directly enhances recognition accuracy. To help you achieve optimal results, we’ve consolidated our …

Image Quality Starts at the Pixel Level

October 12, 2017

The quality of an image begins not just from the sensor but pixel by pixel. Various external factors, such as lighting conditions, optical elements, temperature variations, and more significantly, ultra-high-resolution sensors (8 MP or higher), can greatly influence image clarity. However, these …

In-Camera Color Processing for Machine Vision Applications

October 12, 2017

When working with machine vision systems, achieving high accuracy often requires full-color images. Incorporating color processing directly within the camera offers several distinct advantages. However, generating reliable color images is not as straightforward as it appears—especially when precise …

Industrial CMOS Image Sensors: More Than Just Connecting a Camera

October 12, 2017

Despite how advanced today’s industrial CMOS image sensors have become, it might seem like connecting an image sensor directly to an interface would suffice for building a camera. Thankfully, this is not the case! The following images illustrate two different IMX174 sensor-based cameras …

Intelligent Transportation Systems: The Role of Machine Vision Cameras

October 12, 2017

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) continue to evolve with increasing sophistication, and a notable trend is the growing adoption of machine vision (MV) cameras. At Adimec, we’ve observed a surge in customer inquiries for our cameras in intelligent traffic applications, particularly high-speed …

Interface Standards: Managing Connector Options

October 12, 2017

With standardized interfaces, the supported connectors are predefined. It may seem like this approach would be straightforward and limit options, but without proper management, there can easily be more than 100 different connector types. This creates confusion and risk during design, purchasing, and …

Interface Standards: Managing Connector Options with CoaXPress

October 12, 2017

When it comes to interface standards, connectors are often included as part of the solution. At first glance, this may seem straightforward—limited options would keep things simple and avoid complexity in design, purchasing, or upgrading. However, without proper control, a system can easily support …

Introducing BASTION: Revolutionizing Broadcast and Security with Networked Imaging Technology

October 12, 2017

The BASTION project began on April 1, 2014, driven by a primary goal of researching and developing innovative applications for the broadcast market alongside security surveillance sectors. Both domains will leverage Internet Protocol (IP) networks to distribute video across multiple physical …

Introducing Our New OEM Camera for Industrial Metrology

October 12, 2017

We’re excited to offer a sneak peek into our upcoming OEM camera designed specifically for industrial metrology, which will be unveiled at the Vision Show 2014. Here are some key features you can expect: High Resolution: Delivering exceptional image clarity. High Speed: Capable of capturing …

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Introducing QUARTZ Q-12A180/CXP: The Ultimate CoaXPress Camera for High-Speed Imaging

October 12, 2017

Today, we’re excited to unveil a significant addition to our product lineup: the QUARTZ Q-12A180/CXP, representing our highest image quality offering with its Quad CoaXPress interface. This innovative camera merges 12 MPx imaging resolution and an impressive 187 fps performance, delivering …