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LUCID’s Tech Briefs give you clear, practical explanations of the latest machine vision technologies. Each article explores key topics such as high-speed data transmission, advanced CMOS sensors, image quality standards, and new approaches like event-based vision or on-sensor AI. Written for engineers and system integrators, these articles highlight how LUCID cameras apply cutting-edge innovation to solve real-world imaging challenges.
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Sony IMX501 AI Sensor and Brain Builder for Edge AI Processing
AI at the edge: LUCID’s Triton Smart camera uses Sony’s IMX501 for efficient on-camera inference for smart manufacturing, logistics, and embedded vision systems
RDMA Cameras and GigE Vision 3.0: High-Speed Streaming Standards
Learn how combining the two standards of GigE Vision 3.0 and RoCE v2 RDMA image transfer in 10GigE/25GigE vision systems ensures cross-vendor compatibility.
Optimizing Event-Based Imaging: Triton2 EVS
Explore Sony’s IMX636 and IMX637 event-based sensors. Learn about biases, thresholds, filters, with optimization examples for the Triton2 EVS.
IMX490: On-Sensor HDR and Flicker Mitigation for High Contrast Scenes
Sony’s 5.4 MP IMX490 CMOS sensor provides true on-sensor high dynamic range and LED flicker mitigation thanks to its sub-pixel technology.
Factory Tough Cameras. Designed and Built for Industrial Use
Learn about LUCID’s Factory Tough™ cameras that provide wide operating temperatures, EMC industrial immunity, shock and vibration protection, IP67 protection, and more.
Sony 4th Generation Pregius S – Next Evolution of Image Sensors?
Read about the benefits and new features of the 4th generation Pregius S sensors and how they compare to previous generations. Learn about the strengths of each Sony sensor generation and where Pregius S sensors fit in.
TFL-Mount: For High Resolution Large Format CMOS Sensors
Learn why the TFL-mount and TFL lenses are the best option for cameras with sensors larger than 1.1″ up to APS-C size.
Understanding How the Digital Image Sensor Works
The image sensor is a major component inside a machine vision camera. Learning more about how image sensors work and how they are categorized will help you better choose the right one.
5GigE Cameras for High Speed Vision Systems
The use of existing CAT 5e and CAT 6 cables combined with the lower power consumption and Power over Ethernet (PoE) has made 2.5GBASE-T and especially 5GBASE-T an attractive alternative for manufacturers of machine vision cameras.
Sony’s IMX556PLR DepthSense Sensor: How It Works
Learn how the combination of advanced technologies such as Sony’s CAPD technology, backside illuminated pixel structure, and LUCID’s specialized camera design, creates the best Time of Flight camera.
Active Sensor Alignment
Get clear and sharp imaging in every Triton and Atlas camera, every time. Learn the difference between active and passive alignment and how LUCID uses Active Sensor Alignment during manufacturing to improve camera imaging.
Polarization Explained: The Sony Polarized Sensor
Featuring an innovative 4 pixel block design that includes 4 unique angled polarizers, Sony is taking polarized imaging to the next level with a compact 2/3″ global shutter CMOS polarized sensor.
Gigabit Ethernet: Efficient & Reliable Interface for Industrial Cameras
A combination of lower cost, increased system flexibility, and industry standard adherence has helped Gigabit Ethernet be one of the dominant interfaces in the machine vision world.
Next Level Imaging: Sony Pregius CMOS Sensors
The revolutionary Sony Pregius CMOS sensor is taking sensor performance to the next level. Learn how and why these sensors are improving vision applications.
EMVA 1288: Sensor Performance Specifications Explained
The EMVA 1288 standard makes comparing imaging performance easier. All major camera vendors, including Lucid, measure camera imaging performance using this standard. Learn and compare testing results.
