It's reported that Baidu's AI car will begin mass production. Industrial Vision has risen to an unprecedented level. And what is closely combined with industrial vision is the industrial tablet products, which are developed with high speed. We believe that the industrial 4.0 is coming soon.

Working Principle of Machine Vision

Before explaining the combination of industrial tablet PC and machine vision, let's first understand the working principle of machine vision:

The vision detection system uses a CCD camera to convert the detected object into an image signal, which is transmitted to the special image processing system. According to the pixel distribution, brightness, color, and other information, it is transformed into a digital signal. The image processing system performs various operations on these signals to extract the characteristics of the object, such as area, quantity, position, and length, and then according to the preset permissibility and other condition output results, including size, angle, number, qualified/unqualified, yes/no, etc., realize automatic identification function.

The characteristic of the machine vision system is to improve the flexibility and automation of production. In some hazardous working environments that are not suitable for manual work or situations where artificial vision is difficult to meet the requirements, machine vision is often used to replace artificial vision; at the same time, in the process of large-scale industrial production, the quality efficiency and accuracy of products inspected by artificial vision are low, and machine vision detection method can greatly improve production efficiency and production automation. Moreover, machine vision makes it easy to realize information integration, which is the basic technology to realize computer integrated manufacturing.

As the brain of machine vision, the computer, with the function of operation and storage to execute commands, it must be very strict in the requirements of stable performance. If the computer operation is unstable and prone to production accidents, the computer required in machine vision is generally an industrial-grade computer. It coincides with the fact that the industrial tablet PC can not only operate but also be combined with the function of display and touch, with stable and reliable performance and convenient operation, which is popular among customers. We believe that in the future, more and more machine vision products will adopt industrial tablet PCs, which will promote the rapid development of Industry 4.0.

Applications of Machine Vision

The application of machine vision mainly includes detection and robot vision:

1. Inspection: it can also be divided into high-precision quantitative inspection (such as cell classification of the micrograph, measurement of size and position of mechanical parts) and qualitative or semi quantitative inspection without measuring device (such as product appearance inspection, parts identification, and positioning on the assembly line, defect inspection, and assembly completeness inspection).

2. Robot vision: it is used to guide the robot's operation and action in a wide range, such as picking up the part piece from the disordered part piece pile sent by the hopper and placing it on the conveyor belt or other equipment in a certain direction (i.e. hopper picking issues). As for small-scale operation and action, it also needs to rely on tactile sensing technology.

In addition, it has the following applications:

1. Automatic optical inspection

2. Face recognition

3. Driverless car

4. Product quality level classification

5. Automatic inspection of printing quality

6. Character Recognition

7. Texture recognition

8. Tracking and positioning

The integration of industrial tablet PCs with machine vision technology is a significant advancement driving the development of Industry 4.0. This combination enhances the efficiency, accuracy, and automation capabilities of manufacturing and industrial processes.

● Enhanced Automation and Efficiency

Leveraging industrial tablets by integrating Real-Time Data Processing and Analysis and Machine Vision technologies, manufacturers can quickly identify defects, monitor production quality, and make immediate adjustments, leading to reduced downtime and increased efficiency.

● Improved Quality Control

Machine Vision and Industrial Tablet PCs The combination allows for continuous, automated inspection and real-time feedback, ensuring consistent product quality and reducing the likelihood of defects.

● Enhanced Connectivity and Data Management

Their Internet of Things (IoT) Integration facilitates seamless communication between devices, centralized data management, and advanced analytics, leading to better decision-making and process optimization.

● Flexibility and Adaptability

Versatile application flexibility makes it easier to adapt to changing production needs and implement new technologies without significant downtime or reconfiguration.

● Enhanced Worker Safety and Training

Reduces the need for manual inspections in hazardous areas, minimizing worker exposure to dangerous environments. Provide real-time alerts and instructions to workers, enhancing safety and efficiency.

● Scalability and Cost-Effectiveness

It can be scaled up or down depending on the size of the operation and specific needs, providing a cost-effective solution for both small and large enterprises. Automation reduces the need for manual inspection, allowing the workforce to focus on more strategic tasks.

Touch Think is a manufacturer specializing in R&D, design, production, and sales of industrial tablet PCs, which are widely used in industrial automation, industrial Internet of Things, and Industrial 4.0 projects. If you need an industrial tablet, please feel free to contact us.