The state-of-the-art high-resolution global shutter CMOS image sensors (and subsequent metrology cameras) enable performance leaps for many measurement methods relied on in semiconductor and electronics process control systems. BUT, the extreme data rates present major challenges for OEMs in their new innovative systems. For camera builders these data rates are just as challenging in terms…
So you have decided that a higher resolution camera will help you increase throughput and accuracy of your inspection or metrology system (For more information about this: How metrology cameras with high speed combined with high image quality improve accuracy or Industrial metrology cameras for increased throughput and accuracy) now what are the next steps…
With the QUARTZ Q-12A180, we not only redesigned the camera platform to deliver the fastest frame rates from the latest generation high-resolution image sensors, but also took extra steps to simplify integration. In addition to using automated alignment tools in production for better alignment of the image sensor with respect to the front of the camera,…
It is a challenge to obtain an accurate color representation on your video screen when imaging a scene from sunrise to sunset, e.g. imaging under changing lighting conditions. White balance is a function inside cameras to overcome this challenge. When a colorful scene is recorded without adjusting the white balance of the camera, the color…
Image editing vs image processing Image editing is often thought of as image manipulation, a word with nasty connotations. Image editing is about changing the image in some way, you could say manipulating it. However, “I photoshopped a picture from my fishing trip,” conjures up images of making the minnow you caught into a prize…
Do you need to build a system with an imaging component and are you wondering about the simplicity and functionality of CoaXPress? That is perfect because that is the topic of this blog post.
With the ever decreasing size of computer chips and the large availability of FPGAs it is relatively easy to integrate image processing steps within the camera module. Take for example our TMX series which is designed for outdoor observation/viewing applications. These camears are provided with a Video Enhancement Mode to optimize the video signal for…
Often a robust and simple system design is more cost effective and also easier to maintain. Simple system design is achieved by using proven technologies and at the same time reducing the variety of technologies that are being used. Less cables and less hardware make a system even simpler, robust and cost efficient. One of…
Very often high full well capacity and high dynamic range is mentioned in one sentence. However actually they are not per definition the same. For example at Adimec we do sell cameras with high full well capacity, however, if you are looking for a high dynamic range this might not be the camera of your…
Practical tips for using software to analyze image quality Next to writing blog’s I am also part of the support team within Adimec. To support customers the support team frequently has to analyze image quality. Image averages, standard deviations, or histograms are frequently used image properties that help us in our analysis but also cross…