A vision system encompasses much more than "just" a camera.
This video provides a short introduction to the individual components. Click here to view the video with German subtitles: http://youtu.be/dcQDnwgOwZ0
When it comes to industrial image processing, there are many tasks, from quality controls to sorting foods, that require more than just one single camera. Responsibilities like these require a more comprehensive image processing system, known as a vision system.
The camera is the centerpiece of the vision system, which is not to say that the other components in the system are not important. Using a yummy cookie as our sample product, we'll explain in more detail just how a vision system works. Enjoy a surprisingly delicious lesson.
Our expert Thies Moeller details the most important components of this kind of system and explains how it is structured and what advantages it offers.
Visit http://www.vision-campus.com for more information about vision technology. It's the perfect place to look for answers if you'd like to know how digital industrial cameras work in the first place or if you're uncertain which camera fits your vision system. The article accompanying the video also provides details on the basics of image processing systems: http://www.baslerweb.com/en/vision-campus/image-processing-systems
