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Cameras For High Accuracy 360-Degree
Spherical Image Capture
Teledyne FLIR Integrated
Imaging Solutions has
announced the all new
Ladybug6- the latest addition
to its Ladybug series.
Ladybug6 is a high-resolution
camera designed to
capture 360-degree spherical
images from moving
platforms in all-weather
conditions. Its industrial
grade design and out-ofthe-box
factory calibration
produces 72 Megapixel (MP) images with pixel values that are
spatially accurate within +/- 2 mm at 10-meter distance.
The new Ladybug6 builds on Teledyne's machine vision
heritage with increased image resolution, enhanced on-board
processing, and robust IP67-rated connectors. Building on the
field proven Ladybug5+, the Ladybug6 captures, compresses,
and transmits 8-bit or 12-bit pixel data delivering outstanding
images across a wide range of lighting conditions with excellent
color response, low noise, and a high dynamic range.
Designed from the ground up to capture images from moving
platforms in outdoor environments, the Ladybug6 features a
wide operating temperature range (-30° C to 50° C), support
for additional Global Navigation Satellite Systems, and trigger
control by hardware or software with advanced APIs for complete
camera control.
Key Features:
◗ Captures 72 Megapixel images with spatial accuracy of
+/- 2 mm at 10-meter distance
◗ Frame rates of up to 29.9 FPS at 4K resolution, 15 FPS at
72 MP
◗ Wide operating temperature range of -30° C to 50° C
◗ IP65 rating with industrial grade IP67 rated connectors
◗ Support for additional Global Navigation Satellite
Systems
◗ Excellent color response, low noise, and a high dynamic
range
◗ Captures, compresses, and transmits 8-bit or 12-bit pixel
data
◗ Feature rich and user-friendly Ladybug SDK
◗ All-metal body with 2-year warranty
For more information, visit http://www.teledyneflir.com/
mv.
Compact Ethernet/IP Encoder
Wachendorff is expanding
its range of Ethernet-based
encoders: Encoders with
the EtherNet/IP protocol
are now available, including
their most compact WDGA58F. Wachendorff's R&D team
has succeeded in minimizing the sensor to an installation
depth of just 46.5 mm.
The encoders are certified by the ODVA. The resolution in
single and multi-turn can be individually configured via an integrated
web server (single-turn 16 bit, multi-turn 43 bit).
The encoders can operate in a temperature range from
-40 °C up to +85 °C, shock 1,000 m/s2
or vibration 50 m/s2
at 10-2000 Hz. This allows use in harsh industrial environments
as well as in mobile working machines. The devices with hollow
end shafts eliminate the need for additional couplings and
the devices with shafts guarantee a long-lasting and stable connection
with their very high bearing loads of up to 400 N.
More information about the EtherNet/IP encoders from
Wachendorff can be found at https://www.wachendorffautomation.com/encoder-absolute-magnetic-ethernet-ip/.
Robert
Goldberg (r.goldberg@ieee.org) has over 35 years' experience
with over 25 years in management of the design and
development of hardware and software for a broad range of
military electronic products involving digital, RF/Microwave,
electro-optical and electromechanical systems. He is retired
from ITT Aerospace Communications Division in Clifton, NJ,
where he was responsible for Sensor Communication programs
utilizing the application of sensor radios developed by
ITT as a result of work with DARPA on the Small Unit Operations
Situation Awareness System (SUOSAS). Prior to joining
ITT, he held positions in systems test and systems engineering
with Northrop Grumman in programs related to RF and
IR electronic warfare systems. He is a Fellow of the IEEE and
is currently chairman of the Fellows Evaluation Committee of
the IEEE Instrumentation and Measurement Society.
February 2023
IEEE Instrumentation & Measurement Magazine
71
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