Compact machine vision system is LabVIEW-based
13 August 2003
Computer/Embedded Technology
National Instruments' NI CVS-1454 Compact Vision System is an industrial vision system that makes cameras smarter by extending the power of NI's LabVIEW into low-cost, rugged machine vision applications.
"The Compact Vision System is lowering the cost of machine vision with the capability to handle multiple camera inputs in a small form factor," said John Hanks, NI vision and measurements platform manager. "For example, developers can connect a small, lightweight remote head camera for harsh industrial environments, a high-resolution mega-pixel camera for gauging small objects, and a low-cost monochrome camera for optical character recognition without the need to purchase multiple devices."
The Compact Vision System features three IEEE 1394 (FireWire) ports for connectivity to a variety of imaging sensors including Sony and Basler cameras. Developers can take advantage of FireWire technology while choosing the resolution and speed of their cameras to match specific application needs. With one device and multiple camera options, the company says that creating a customised machine vision application with the Compact Vision System results in a lower cost per camera solution.
Developers have two software options for application development: NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection is an interactive software environment that simplifies the task of developing inspection systems. Developers use an intuitive point-and-click interface to build applications for the hardware. In addition, they can use the powerful LabVIEW graphical development environment to create more customised vision applications.
The system delivers 15 digital input lines, 14 digital output lines and RS232 and Ethernet connectivity to more than 20 of the company's FieldPoint family of distributed I/O measurement modules. Developers also can use the RS232 and Ethernet connectivity to communicate with PLC and motion control devices and quickly link the NI CVS-1454 vision system and the data it collects to a network for information sharing. A VGA connection allows for monitoring inspection results in realtime.
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