Vision Components GmbH
"The Embedded Vision Experts"
Vision Components GmbH is a German manufacturer of embedded vision systems, founded in 1996 by the inventor of the world's first industrial smart camera.
Vision Components GmbH is an international manufacturer of embedded vision systems and components, founded in 1996 in Ettlingen, Germany, by Michael Engel, who invented the world's first intelligent camera suitable for industrial use (the VC11). The company designs and manufactures MIPI camera modules, board-level cameras, smart cameras, 3D camera systems, and laser profilers, all featuring onboard image processing. Products are built around ARM/Linux platforms and FPGA-based hardware accelerators, supporting 2D and 3D machine vision tasks.
Vision Components serves industrial automation, robotics, quality inspection, traffic management, agricultural, and medical technology markets. With over 25 years in embedded vision, the company operates global sales offices in the USA and Japan and works with local partners across more than 30 countries. Headquarters is located at Ottostrasse 2, 76275 Ettlingen, Germany.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
VC MIPI Camera Modules
Freely programmable MIPI CSI-2 camera modules for embedded vision on ARM/Linux and compatible SoC platforms.
VC nano 3D Laser Profiler
Intelligent 3D laser triangulation profiler with onboard data processing for inline quality inspection.
Contact Vision Components GmbH
WEBSITE
http://www.vision-components.comPHONE
+49 7243 2167 0HEADQUARTERS
United States
Company Facts
Founded
1996
Primary Role
Manufacturer
Company Size
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Primary Region
North America
Annual Sales
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Funding Stage
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