Robotics Applications for Embedded Vision
e-con Systems Demonstration of a 360 Degree Bird Eye View Camera for Autonomous Mobility
Laxman Sankaran, Director of US Operations, and Vinoth Rajagopalan, Project Engineering Manager, both of e-con Systems, demonstrate the company’s latest edge AI and vision technologies and products at the December 2023 Edge AI and Vision Alliance Forum. Specifically, Sankaran and Rajagopalan demonstrate the company’s ArniCAM20, a 360-degree bird-eye-view synchronized multi-camera solution. This multi-camera solution comprises
A Brief Introduction to Millimeter Wave Radar Sensing
This blog post was originally published by D3. It is reprinted here with the permission of D3. We’ve found that a lot of innovators are considering including millimeter wave radar in their solutions, but some are not familiar with the sensing capabilities of radar when compared with vision, lidar, or ultrasonics. I want to review some
What are Vision Systems? Everything You Need to Know in 2023
This blog post was originally published at e-con Systems’ website. It is reprinted here with the permission of e-con Systems. The ongoing embedded vision evolution carries game-changing implications for various industries. It has the potential to redefine the way machines perceive and engage with their surroundings. Discover the popular types of cameras leading this charge,
Rise of the Robots: China Leads Growth of Global Industrial Robots
For more information, visit https://www.statista.com/chart/26210/operational-stock-of-industrial-robots/ and https://www.statista.com/chart/31337/new-installations-of-industrial-robots-by-country/. While more and more consumers enjoy the convenience of having a robot vacuum their home or take care of the lawn, it is in industrial applications that robotics have made the biggest impact. State-of-the-art manufacturing processes are unthinkable without industrial robots handling part of the workload, whether it’s
Embodied AI: How Do AI-powered Robots Perceive the World?
This blog post was originally published at Qualcomm’s website. It is reprinted here with the permission of Qualcomm. While robots have proliferated in recent years in smart cities, factories and homes, we are mostly interacting with robots controlled by classical handcrafted algorithms. These are robots that have a narrow goal and don’t learn from their
The Role of the Inertial Measurement Unit in 3D Time-of-flight Cameras
This blog post was originally published at e-con Systems’ website. It is reprinted here with the permission of e-con Systems. An Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) detects movements and rotations across six degrees of freedom, representing the types of motion a system can experience. When paired with Time-of-flight (ToF) cameras, it ensures accurate spatial understanding and
“Vision-language Representations for Robotics,” a Presentation from the University of Pennsylvania
Dinesh Jayaraman, Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, presents the “Vision-language Representations for Robotics” tutorial at the May 2023 Embedded Vision Summit. In what format can an AI system best present what it “sees” in a visual scene to help robots accomplish tasks? This question has been a long-standing challenge for computer scientists and
Dragonfly Base: Enhancing Indoor Localization in Challenging Environments with Visual Markers
We’re thrilled to share the second episode of our Dragonfly video series. In this video, we delve deeper into Dragonfly’s capabilities, specifically focusing on how we enhance indoor localization under challenging conditions. Key Takeaways: The significance of visual markers in Computer Vision and Visual SLAM. Our ingenious solution—visual markers on the ceiling—ensuring consistent and accurate
Service Robots – Our New and Efficient Coworkers
When picturing a robot, an intimidating human-like figure might come to mind, but what if they could help businesses gain maximum benefit from their unmatched efficiency and power? Service robots are technological marvels proving to possess the enhanced capabilities of human labor, with fantastic flexibility and unmatched power, while always looking smart. The most common
Are Outdoor Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) the Next Driver for the Mobile Robotics Market?
In the realm of automation, where innovation meets industry, a groundbreaking revolution is sweeping through the landscape of automated guided vehicles (AGVs). Traditionally confined indoors for tasks like intralogistics and material handling, AGVs are breaking free into the great outdoors, driven by advancements in navigation technologies and the emergence of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). IDTechEx
How Low-light Camera Modules Power Critical Embedded Vision Applications: A Detailed Look
This blog post was originally published at e-con Systems’ website. It is reprinted here with the permission of e-con Systems. Surveillance, inspection, and monitoring applications inevitably deal with poor light conditions – causing noise and loss of detail while capturing images. See what applications need low-light cameras and get a full understanding of how to
Upcoming Webinar Explores a Rugged HDR Camera for Autonomous Mobility
On October 12, 2023 at 10:00 am PT (1:00 pm ET), Alliance Member company e-con Systems will deliver the free webinar “Meet ‘STURDeCAM31’ – the Rugged HDR Camera for Autonomous Mobility.” From the event page: Key Takeaways Major vision requirements in Autonomous Mobility market Importance of HDR & how HDR works in STURDeCAM31 STURDeCAM31 Product
“Optimizing Image Quality and Stereo Depth at the Edge,” a Presentation from John Deere
Travis Davis, Delivery Manager in the Automation and Autonomy Core, and Tarik Loukili, Technical Lead for Automation and Autonomy Applications, both of John Deere, present the “Reinventing Smart Cities with Computer Vision” tutorial at the May 2023 Embedded Vision Summit. John Deere uses machine learning and computer vision (including stereo vision) for challenging outdoor applications
e-con Systems Launches Superior HDR Multi-camera Solution for NVIDIA Jetson Orin to Revolutionize Autonomous Mobility
California & Chennai (Sep 27, 2023): e-con Systems, with over two decades of experience in designing, developing, and manufacturing OEM cameras, has recently launched STURDeCAM31 – a 3MP GMSL2 HDR IP69K camera powered by Sony® ISX031 sensor for NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin. Designed for automotive grade, this small form factor camera has been engineered to
What is the Role of Multi-camera Solutions in Surround-view Systems?
This blog post was originally published at e-con Systems’ website. It is reprinted here with the permission of e-con Systems. The rise of multi-camera systems has helped traditional automobiles and autonomous vehicles to eliminate blind spots with a comprehensive view of their surroundings. Discover how surround-view systems work and unearth insights on all the considerations
“Embedded Vision in Robotics, Biotech and Education,” an Interview with Dean Kamen
Dean Kamen, Founder of DEKA Research and Development, talks with Jeff Bier, Founder of the Edge AI and Vision Alliance, for the “Embedded Vision in Robotics, Biotech and Education” interview at the May 2023 Embedded Vision Summit. In his 2018 keynote presentation at the Embedded Vision Summit, legendary inventor and technology visionary Dean Kamen memorably
Mobile Robotics: Increasing Flexibility Enables Increasing Efficiency in Logistics
Mobile robots have experienced substantial growth in the last decade due to their autonomous mobility, which has been propelled by advancements in robotics technology, autonomous navigation, and artificial intelligence. IDTechEx’s market research report, titled “Mobile Robotics in Logistics, Warehousing, and Delivery 2024-2044“, delves into the technical, regulatory, and market aspects influencing the emerging logistics mobile
Top Factors to Consider When Integrating Multiple Cameras into Embedded Vision Applications
This blog post was originally published at e-con Systems’ website. It is reprinted here with the permission of e-con Systems. Integrating multiple cameras into a camera-enabled system offers significant advantages, making it a crucial requirement in various applications, including industrial automation, surveillance, virtual reality, and more. Discover the key factors that play a crucial role
