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Industrial computer for vision Matrox Imaging has released the Matrox 4Sight GP
, the fifth generation of its 4Sight
family of industrial computers for machine vision and medical imaging applications. Powered by an embedded third generation Intel Core processor, the Matrox 4Sight GP offers desktop-level performance, including real-time high-definition H.264 encoding offload, in a small rugged enclosure. The platform accommodates full-height, half-length PCIe boards, which lets developers insert standard add-in cards for analogue, Camera Link, CoaXPress, DVI, or SDI video capture. Matrox 4Sight GP integrates Gigabit Ethernet and USB 3.0 interfaces, which provide native support for capturing from GigE Vision cameras and upcoming USB3 Vision cameras. Matrox 4Sight GP comes pre-loaded with Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard 7, which provides the same power, familiarity, and reliability as Windows 7. Applications are created using standard Microsoft development tools and the Matrox Imaging Library (MIL), a comprehensive collection of tools for developing machine vision and medical imaging applications. MIL features programming functions for image capture, processing, analysis, annotation, display, and archiving.
www.matrox.com/imaging
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Optical cage system Edmund Optics has introduced its Techspec optical cage system. Offering a high precision alternative to complex optical alignment systems, these versatile optical bench components are designed for modularity and flexibility. The system consists of precision rods, plates and mounts, allowing the user to construct customised, adaptable opto-mechanical systems with limitless options for modification using off- the-shelf components.
Lasers for Machine Vision and Inspection
Diode laser line generators Coherent has introduced its Stingray range of diode laser-based line generators. These laser projectors enable the construction of fast and accurate machine vision systems that utilise 3D triangulation. The Stingray series combines a diode laser with high performance electronics and precision, refractive optics for collimation and line generation covering a wide range of fan angles. They also incorporate optional diffractive elements for creating complex output patterns. Stingray models are available with output powers as high as 200mW and at key
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wavelengths throughout the 450nm to 1,550nm spectral range, including 450nm, 520nm, 635nm and 660nm lines. The lasers feature line intensity non-uniformity down to ±5 per cent in a standard product. This high uniformity reduces the need for image post- processing, and translates directly into increased measurement speed and dimensional accuracy. Stingray lasers also offer external user- focusable optics, which allow the laser line to be optimised for the exact projection distance. Additionally, the Stingray’s optomechanical design permits dynamic line balancing.
www.coherent.com
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The system ensures adaptability in angular mounting, translation, positioning, as well as the ability to support multiple beam paths. With the use of off-the-shelf components, the cage system eliminates the need to purchase costly custom mounting components, saving time and money. The individual components are designed for use with commercially available optics, lasers, light sources, detectors and cameras. It is ideal for prototyping optical systems.
www.edmundoptics.com
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