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Vision Trade Fair 2011: A Record-Breaking Showcase of Innovation

October 12, 2011
The Vision Trade Fair 2011, held in Stuttgart from November 8th to 10th, proved to be the most successful edition to date. A total of 323 exhibitors surpassed the 300-mark for the first time, alongside a new visitor record of 6,752 highly qualified attendees. This highlights the continued growth …
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Why Smaller Camera Sensors Aren’t Used in Machine Vision

October 4, 2011
The cameras found in consumer electronics – smartphones and webcams – boast impressive megapixel counts (often exceeding 5MP) at incredibly low prices. Yet, these same technologies aren’t widely adopted in machine vision applications. This article explores the reasons behind this disparity, …
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Achieving Accurate Color in Imaging Applications

June 8, 2011
Full-color images are critical for many imaging applications, especially those operating outdoors. This includes systems like traffic management (license plate recognition), surveillance, and situational awareness. Adimec’s color cameras utilize in-camera color processing, developed specifically to …
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Optimizing High-Speed Imaging with Camera Link 3-Tap

May 23, 2011
The increasing demand for high-resolution and high-speed CMOS sensors has driven a need for faster interfaces. Choosing a fast CMOS-based camera often necessitates an upgrade to a frame grabber. Specifically, Camera Link 2-tap (Base) configurations presented a costly transition to 4-tap medium frame …
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Understanding Focal Length and f-Numbers in Machine Vision Lenses

May 15, 2011
Selecting the right lens is crucial for any machine vision application. Often, the concepts of focal length and f-number can be confusing, but understanding these parameters can significantly impact your system’s performance and cost. What is Focal Length? Focal length determines the angle of view …
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Understanding High-Performance Industrial Cameras

December 13, 2010
The term “high performance” is frequently used by industrial camera manufacturers, but what does it truly mean? It’s a critical distinction to understand when selecting a camera for your application. General Purpose vs. High Performance Consider the selection process for an office laptop. You’ll …