Ultra high-speed, Flexible Image Processing System : Hardware, XG Series

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Hardware
Reliable and ultra high-speed hardware design
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The Concept of the XG Series Hardware

Tough hardware that can endure continuous operation

Mechanical components such as HDDs and cooling fans have been eliminated to minimize internal failures.

Quick restoration

Each key component of the system can be easily replaced. Even the programs are stored on an SD card, so in the event of a controller breakdown the SD card and program can be swapped out to a new controller in minutes.

Plug and play compatibility

All components including peripherals for the XG Series offer full compatibility at the highest performance.

Parallel processing offers higher performance

The 3+1 and multi-core processor performs simultaneous parallel processing of image processing, display, and communication.

Advanced High-Speed Hardware Design

XG-8000 Series

The main DSP of the XG-7000 Series has been upgraded to a triple-core DSP for the XG-8000 Series. The color extraction engine (A.C.E) has been integrated with a communication control CPU into a single FPGA. With the increase in demands for inspection speed and detail, there is a need for higher performance processors to accommodate higher resolution images and faster inspections with the high-load data processing from 5 megapixel area and 67 megapixel line scan camera images. The XG-8000 achieves the ultimate high-speed performance through distributed processing across the three cores.

Comparison of Processing Times

[Testing conditions]
The graph below shows processing times for different resolution cameras performing pattern search with 360 degree rotation. A lower processing time indicates a more powerful processor.

Expandable Platform

By connecting additional modules to the side of the controller, the optimum system can be setup as well as allowing future expansion when needed.

Touch panel control

The CA-MP120T allows for easy operation and navigation of a custom user interface helping reduce operational errors.

Touch screen gestures

Using a single fi nger the image can be scrolled about the screen. / The image displayed can be magnifi ed by pinching in or out with two fi ngers.

The touch panel display allows for intuitive multi-touch operations on site. Areas of interest (such as a defect) can be scrolled to and magnified on the display with the touch of a finger.

Unique methods for operation and control.

Operation can be performed on site with either the touch panel, handheld controller or through remote control with a PC. Enabling controlling, setting and viewing of the XG Series in any environment.

[NEW] Independent image capture
Capture images out of sync based on physical machine processes and device interaction

The XG-7000 Series is capable of “Independent Image Capture” so that it captures images during the flow of operation rather than at the beginning of the sequence. Images can be captured in sync with device movements and with no dependence on the current image processing being conducted. Conventional systems have to wait for the return of a program to the beginning of its cycle for a new image to be obtained. The “Independent Image Capture” function independently captures images, and should the XG-7000 be currently processing another image it will be buffered. Up to 1013 images can be stored in the buffer helping enable a zero image processing delay period to maintain a high throughput during processing. PC simulations can also be effi ciently conducted with the XG software suite by directly saving the individual camera images to individual folders.

Highly Reliable Fan-Less/Solid State Drive (SSD) Design

Fans and conventional HDD's have moving components that will eventually wear out. By not having moving components, long-term continuous reliable operation is possible. The XG-7000 Series has sophisticated heat dissipation technology allowing for a fan-less design even while putting heavy loads on processors running at ultra high speeds. In addition, this design is particle emission-free and therefore suitable for use in clean-room environments.