2018

It was not only the trade fair itself that set a new visitor record. We, too, had more promising discussions than ever before. With topics such as artificial intelligence as an app for industrial cameras, on-board processing for 3D vision or high-speed with 10 GigE and PoE, we were once again able to spread our a pioneering spirit.

Unlike models in the N and X series, the Ensenso XR stereo camera can calculate 3D point clouds itself and send the data via Gigabit Ethernet or Wifi to a host PC for further processing. When Wifi is used for data transmission, only one cable (power supply) needs to be connected to the camera. At VISION, a functional prototype of the new camera series will be on display.

Waves play a central role in coastal formation. The creation of waves and their movements are therefore central factors in coastal morphology. The LEGI (Laboratoire des Ecoulements Géophysiques et Industriels à Grenoble) is dedicated to this topic: scientists from the institute study wave dynamics, especially in flat environments, in order to gain detailed knowledge about the energy exchange between waves.

Many image processing applications depend on varying working distances. As more and more production lines should no longer only operate profitably for mass production but also in small series, the adaptation to new products and therefore varying working distances must be easy and quick to manage. Cameras equipped with liquid lenses focus in milliseconds on various object distances - for millions of cycles, wear-free and without moving parts.

Rob Webb is our new sales team member for the UK and Ireland. As Sales Engineer, he will continue to expand regional sales activities and be available as a competent partner for local customers on all issues relating to the IDS product portfolio.

3D image processing detects irregularities or minimal deviations on test objects that are not even visible to human eyes.

With the IMX273, Sony has created a sensor which provides outstanding image quality and allows very high frame rates, combined with low noise levels. These characteristics turn the 1.6 MP CMOS sensor into a true all-rounder. Following the uEye CP and uEye FA camera models, it has now also been integrated in cameras of our uEye SE series, and are thus available for the first time as board-level cameras with different lens holders.

Software-supported camera image evaluation can assist in early detection of defects and irregularities in production processes.

These days, wireless communication is standard in the consumer environment, but it is still rather a rare technology in the field of industrial image processing.

Best possible compatibility: The GigE Vision standard ensures that cameras work perfectly together even if they come from different manufacturers. Regular updates ensure that our GigE cameras are always up to date. The GigE Vision firmware 1.6 is available for free download on our website.

Version 4.91 of the IDS Software Suite for Windows is now available for download. The Linux version will follow by end of August. The release supports new sensor and camera models, such as the focusable uEye LE board level cameras and the 18.1 MP uEye LE Rev. 2 cameras, each equipped with USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface. For the first time, up to five sharpness measurement ranges can be defined in the IDS Cockpit. Thanks to an over-temperature event, several IDS camera families can also communicate their "state of health".

The IMX273 global shutter CMOS sensor from Sony's Pregius family allows up to 245 fps and is characterized by its enormous sensitivity and high dynamic range. With these features, it is also capable of taking pictures in low light or of moving objects with ease. The 1.58 MP sensor is now available in combination with our uEye CP cameras measuring only 29 x 29 x 29 mm.

At automatica, IDS demonstrates the potential of the vision app-based industrial cameras of the IDS NXT product family and presents its newest member, IDS NXT vegas with 1.3 MP CMOS colour sensor. The camera manufacturer also introduces concept studies of the next two models, IDS NXT rio and IDS NXT rome. Another focus is on the Ensenso 3D camera system for robotic vision applications, which has been extended by an Ensenso X 5 MP version with IMX264 Sony sensors.

The uEye LE USB 3.1 Gen 1 board level cameras with S-mount or CS-/C-mount will be available from July as focusable models, matching liquid lenses are offered separately. The cameras allow perfect images even with variable object distances, because users can easily readjust the focus via software. The low-cost uEye LE industrial cameras with twist-proof USB Type-C connector and USB power delivery are therefore highly interesting for both small device construction and classic machine vision applications.

From now on the Belgian Bart Verboven (33) expands our vision support team. He will act as Vision Support Engineer for our European markets in order to be able to offer even faster and more direct support on site.

Our IDS NXT camera family continues to grow! A new IDS NXT vegas model with 1.3 MP CMOS colour sensor has recently been released. Our vision app-based sensor can now also solve image processing tasks that require colour recognition.

We are all familiar with them. The colourful plastic bricks with the patented stud system, which allows you to combine the bricks in any way you wish and let your imagination run free. The Lego principle is as ingenious as it is simple and has turned out to be a recipe for success. The world of machine vision has made good use of this principle.

IDS NXT stands for a new generation of vision app-based sensors and cameras from IDS. The devices offer maximum flexibility, as they can adapt to the users’ requirements and be used for different image processing tasks. For individual applications, which go beyond standard apps, users can create and install individual vision apps. The IDS NXT platform kicks off with the IDS NXT vegas with 1.3 MP CMOS sensor, liquid lens with autofocus, integrated TOF sensor and many other features. Furthermore, we will shortly be launching the IDS NXT vegas with colour sensor as well as new firmware and cockpit versions.

For the fourth time, the American trade magazine "Vision Systems Design" has presented the Innovators Award to products and solutions in the field of image processing. Our Ensenso X series has been awarded "Gold" in the "3D cameras" category and is thus considered one of the most innovative products in image processing.

We start optimistic into the new year: double-digit growth in order intake and the positive business development are all reasons for this. Sales are currently growing particularly strongly on the Asian and North American continents.

Larger field of view and more image details. IDS will be offering the flexible 3D camera system Ensenso X with 5 MP cameras with Sony's IMX264 CMOS sensor. Compared to the previous systems with 1.3 MP, they allow for a wider field of view (up to 20 percent) and a plus of up to 35 percent in lateral resolution with almost 30 percent lower noise.