Photo

Image Processing Four Times Faster than Before

05.05.2022 - B&R has increased the execution speed of several machine vision functions. Thanks to a new quad-core processor and a just-in-time compiler, vision tasks are executed up to four times faster than before. Machine builders can thus significantly increase the throughput of their machines - without having to use expensive vision PCs.

Photo

Cameras with Detached Sensor Head

05.05.2022 - Following the successful introduction of Sony Pregius S sensors into Ximea’s XIC and XIX camera series, these were extended to include a more advanced housing model that allowed the sensor housing to be spatially separated from the camera electronics: Cameras with separated sensor head.

Photo

Scanning in Motion

Traditionally, 2D technology was the prevalent approach in the automation of the industrial sector. This has changed with the increasing complexity of applications that need to be automated, and 2D ­machine vision has gradually been pushed aside by 3D machine vision.

Photo

Bandpass Filters Excel in UV Fluorescence Applications

Railroad ties are mainly made of wood. In the production process ­fluorescent paint helps to determine the wood’s sap side orientation. A combination of red and green bandpass filters from MidOpt ensures that there is ­sufficient contrast between the fluorescent paint marker and the steel plates that are used to strengthen the wood.

Photo

Lossless Compression

When getting the most amount of detail from a moving target is critical, system developers are constantly looking for ways to increase framerates without compromising on image quality, ideally at minimal or no extra cost.

Photo

A Radar Sensor That Can Do It All

Until now, users had to consider numerous aspects when choosing a level sensor: Frequency, media properties, environmental conditions, temperature range, process connection – to name just a selection. There was always a risk of choosing the wrong sensor. A new radar sensor now aims to remedy the situation by making it suitable for all applications.

Photo

On the Safe Side

Perfect timing: As Ethernet APL technology is being launched, users in the chemical industry are also eager to tackle the subject of safety. They’ve looked to the automotive industry, which has relied on the black-channel principle with Profisafe for many years.

Photo

Danger Clearly Visible on (Radar) Screen

The challenge for any application is a safety concept that you scarcely notice. Particularly when there is poor visibility. So, at EuroChem in Antwerp, the gigantic conveyor with multiple discharge points, which is the central hub for storing and loading synthetic fertiliser, is now monitored using modern, safe radar technology.

1754 more articles

Event

AKL – International Laser Technology Congress in Aachen

AKL – International Laser Technology Congress in Aachen

From April 22 to 24, 2026, the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT invites you to AKL'26. The photonics congress with over 500 participants is taking place for the 15th time, this year with a significantly expanded program, over 80 presentations, and 54 exhibitor booths.