Machine vision: MVTec is prepared for embedded vision applications with MIPI image sensors

HALCON, the standard machine vision software from MVTec Software GmbH (www.mvtec.com), is well prepared for new developments in the embedded vision environment. The leading provider of modern machine vision software offers proof that its software can acquire and process images from MIPI (Mobile Industry Processor Interface) camera modules. Existing HALCON interfaces, such as Video4Linux, GenTL, as well as shared memory access, can be used for this. The hardware interface experts at MVTec have successfully tested the VC MIPI OV 9281 camera module from Vision Components in conjunction with Raspberry Pi 3 and 4, using HALCON 19.05. They also utilized the same HALCON version to successfully test the MIPI IMX290 sensor module from The Imaging Source on an NVIDIA Jetson Nano via FPD-Link III (cable lengths of up to 15 meters).