Embedded-machine-vision development modules talk to PandaBoards
Texas Instruments has announced compatibility with PandaBoard for its DLP LightCrafter 4500 modules, forming an embedded platform that eliminates the need for a dedicated laptop or PC. The combination of PandaBoard 4500 with DLP LightCrafter 4500 allows for the creation of self-contained, high-precision mobile tools to meet a growing number of applications, such as inline machine vision systems, portable, high accuracy 3D scanners, and field spectrometers.
"DLP LightCrafter 4500 is a powerful tool on its own for manipulating light in current and new applications," said Mariquita Gordon, business manager, DLP Embedded. "By offering a seamless connection between DLP LightCrafter 4500 and the well-known PandaBoard, we’re expanding the ease of use to help developers turn an idea into a prototype, and then into a real-world product to solve problems with programmable light."
Most solutions will use a PC or embedded processor. For more portable or handheld solutions, the PandaBoard 4500 allows users to run larger, more complex apps through DLP LightCrafter 4500, while the built-in 1GHz, dual-core processor improves both pattern loading speeds and streaming rates. PandaBoard’s 1GB of onboard RAM and an SD card slot also includes a suite of connectivity options, including Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, HDMI output and a camera input connector. The network of existing PandaBoard users adds another layer of support and enables developers to exploit the Android, Ubuntu and Linux operating systems.
PandaBoard 4500 is available for purchase from SVTronics ($210). The DLP LightCrafter 4500 costs $1299. To learn more about PandaBoard, please visit the official community page at PandaBoard.org.
TI; https://www.ti.com/lightcrafter4500-panda-pr-en
Texas Instruments’ DLP Pico Chipset for ultra-compact mobile and wearable devices
TI has also announced its latest DLP Pico chipset, the 0.2-in. TRP, which improves brightness through greater optical/power efficiency, and higher resolution to next-generation smartphones, tablets, digital cameras and wearable devices, such as near-eye displays.
The 0.2" TRP chipset, the latest in the DLP Pico family, is the first to incorporate the Tilt & Roll Pixel (TRP) architecture (photo, above), as well as the adaptive IntelliBright suite of algorithms.
With the ability to produce up to twice the brightness on a frame-by-frame basis while consuming as little as half the power, the new 0.2-in. TRP chipset also features twice the resolution of its predecessor. The result is bright, detailed images with a life-like quality, making DLP Pico the ultimate means of sharing life’s experiences, anytime and anywhere.
Beyond traditional mobile electronics, DLP Pico is finding applications in emerging technologies like the growing wearables market. As with many wearable devices, the design of near-eye displays presents a unique design challenge, requiring a critical balance of both style and performance.
TI; ww.dlp.com/2trp-pico-chip-press/en
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