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Rugged Imaging Sensors: Performance Comparison at SPIE DSS 2015

October 12, 2017
At this year’s SPIE Defense + Security Show 2015, we showcased our rugged CCD (TMX7-DHD) and CMOS (TMX74) cameras. These devices were tested side by side in real-time to highlight their performance capabilities under varying light conditions—first in full daylight followed immediately by …
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Ruggedized High-Resolution Cameras with Extended Daylight Performance

October 12, 2017
At DSEI 2015 (September 15th to 18th) in London, Adimec will showcase several new innovations that expand full motion video possibilities. Among these is the TMX74—a rugged global shutter Full HD camera using GS-CMOS technology with Sony IMX174 image sensors providing high quality imaging from low …
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Single Chip vs. Three-Chip Color Cameras: A Technical Comparison

October 12, 2017
In recent years, advancements in camera sensor technology have significantly narrowed the gap between single-chip (Bayer filter mosaic) color cameras and traditional three-chip prism-based systems. While three-chip cameras were once considered superior for image quality and color accuracy, modern …
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Smaller Pixel Image Sensors: Balancing Resolution, Cost, and Performance in Consumer Electronics

October 12, 2017
iPhone 5S: Improved Camera with Bigger Pixels – A Technical Look at Sensor Performance in Consumer Electronics Apple’s recent announcement regarding the iPhone 5S has generated considerable excitement, particularly around its camera enhancements. The company highlighted an increase in pixel …
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Smart Surveillance and Video Analytics: The Next Frontier

October 12, 2017
The escalating demand for security measures across airports, seaports, urban areas, and borders has driven a shift toward more advanced monitoring systems. This evolution began with static imagery but quickly transitioned to full motion video (FMV), followed by sophisticated video analytics capable …
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Sneak Preview: New CoaXPress Cameras at the 2016 Vision Show

October 12, 2017
We’re well into preparations for our demo setup at the upcoming Vision Show in Stuttgart this November, and we’re excited to showcase some groundbreaking new products. Here’s a sneak peek of photographs taken during initial tests with four (!) of our brand-new 5 Mp CoaXPress cameras, paired …
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SPIE Photonics West: A Premier Event in Biomedical Optics

October 12, 2017
Overview of the Conference The SPIE Photonics West conference stands as a leading gathering in the fields of laser technology, photonics, and biomedical optics. This extensive event took place from February 7th to 12th, 2015. Highlight: The BiOS Conference As part of this larger event, attendees …
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Step 6: Test the Cameras

October 12, 2017
Once you’ve prepared for your machine vision camera evaluation, it’s time to receive the cameras and begin testing. The approach depends on the key parameters for your measurement. A good starting point is testing with an image in a dark environment. This can help identify noise issues …
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Summary of CoaXPress Frame Grabbers and Accessories:

October 12, 2017
Frame Grabbers: Active Silicon FireBird Quad CXP-6 (CXP-6 x4) FireBird Dual CXP-6 (CXP-6 x2) FireBird Single CXP-6 (CXP-6 x1) AVAL data APX-3664-E7: SDR I/O connector, PCIe 2.0 APX-3664-G3: SDR I/O connector, PCIe 3.0 APX-3664-S4: D-sub connector, PCIe 3.0 (all support CXP-6 x4) BitFlow Cyton-CXP2: …
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The Advantages of Multi-Camera Vision Systems in Machine Vision

October 12, 2017
Modern industrial vision systems often require higher performance, whether it’s through increased speed or greater detail. A multi-camera based system can offer multiple benefits: a broader field of view (FOV), faster throughput, more detailed inspection capabilities, and richer measurement …
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The Challenge of Upgrading Legacy Security Systems

October 12, 2017
For many global security systems, the optical format was determined early on by the choice of image sensor—typically either a 1/3" VGA sensor or larger HD CCD sensors such as those measuring 2/3" with pixel sizes ranging from 6 to 7 µm. These legacy systems are now being upgraded to …
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The Evolution from CCD to CMOS: A Technical Perspective on Modern Security Systems

October 12, 2017
The transition from Charge-Coupled Device (CCD) to Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (CMOS) image sensors represents a significant advancement in global security systems. This shift is largely driven by the superior low-light performance of modern CMOS global shutter sensors, which offer …
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The Evolution of Image Sensors: CCD vs. CMOS

October 12, 2017
The field of image sensor technology is continuously evolving, with two dominant technologies competing for supremacy in various applications: Charge-Coupled Devices (CCD) and Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (CMOS). While discussions about the growing market share of CMOS sensors are …
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The Future of Industrial Vision Systems: Key Trends in Image Sensor Technology

October 12, 2017
As designers rethink existing vision systems or plan new industrial applications, staying ahead of technological advancements is crucial. This article explores our perspective on where image sensor technology—and its supporting components—are heading next. We’ll cover trends in sensors, optics, …
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The Impact Of Smartphones On Machine Vision And Semiconductor Markets

October 12, 2017
Changes In Society A major trend in society is the need to be mobile yet constantly stay connected (http://www.peoriamagazines.com/ibi/2012/jan/year-of-mobility). This has changed what we buy to support how we want to live. For instance, there has been a dramatic increase in the adoption of …