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Embedded vision solutions for industrial applications

In industrial settings, especially in automated production, embedded systems are increasingly used. These compact, efficient devices generate little heat and are ideal for tight spaces. They must also be robust, able to withstand dust, vibrations, humidity, and water contact. Common embedded devices include handhelds, smartphones, tablets, vision sensors, smart cameras, and single-board computers. With integrated machine vision software, they enable a wide range of image processing applications, known as embedded vision.

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Embedded Vision With MVTec Software

MVTec’s Embedded Vision solutions are designed specifically for embedded devices. Our software delivers optimal performance across all platforms, including deep learning technologies. We leverage acceleration technologies like GPU acceleration and the NEON instruction set extension to boost performance on Arm®-based platforms.

Our software supports key interfaces such as GigEVision, USB3Vision, Video4Linux, and MIPI CSI for image acquisition, and OPC UA for PLC communication.

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Seamless integration and customization for embedded vision applications

Our software supports key interfaces such as GigEVision, USB3Vision, Video4Linux, and MIPI CSI for image acquisition, and OPC UA for PLC communication.

HALCON (including deep learning technologies) is natively supported on Arm®-based platforms, eliminating the need for additional porting. Both HALCON and MERLIC offer flexible configuration and programming options for embedded vision applications.

MVTec also offers additional services, including customization, feasibility studies, and technical support.

MVTec's Embedded Vision Ecosystem

The following hardware manufacturers rely on MVTec’s HALCON and MERLIC to implement embedded vision solutions. Additionally, we list hardware platforms and operating systems that support embedded vision applications with our software.

ADLINK

Use digital I/O interfaces for ADLINK’s EOS-1300 or DAQPilot, or deploy the NEON-1021 smart camera with MVTec HALCON or MVTec MERLIC to run embedded machine vision directly on the device. Combine image acquisition and processing in a compact platform for industrial automation, enabling inspection, measurement, and identification tasks without requiring an external PC.

Allied Vision

Deploy Allied Vision Alecs as an open smart camera platform and run MVTec HALCON for embedded machine vision and AI tasks. Combine industrial image acquisition with edge processing and a flexible software stack for inspection and analysis. Designed for industrial use cases that require fast deployment and full data control.

Android

Run HALCON-based embedded machine vision on Android platforms. Integrate inspection, measurement, OCR, and AI-based vision tasks. The solution supports mobile and embedded devices and enables robust image processing directly on Android-based hardware.

Balluff

Deploy HALCON on Balluff smart cameras and vision sensors. Implement industrial inspection, measurement, and identification directly on the device. Ideal for automation applications that need compact, robust, and scalable vision solutions.

Baumer

Deploy Baumer AX Series industrial cameras with MVTec MERLIC to perform embedded inspection, identification, and process control. Combine high-quality image acquisition with easy-to-use vision software for efficient industrial automation, enabling robust measurement, defect detection, and quality assurance directly on the device.

B&R

Combine HALCON with B&R vision systems for embedded industrial automation. Enable high-performance image processing, measurement, and inspection tasks tightly coupled with PLC and motion control in machine-level vision applications.

IMAGO

Implement HALCON applications on IMAGO smart cameras. Execute inspection, measurement, and identification tasks directly on the device. Suited for decentralized vision systems that require robust performance and industrial reliability.

NVIDIA

Accelerate embedded vision on NVIDIA Jetson platforms with GPU support. Use HALCON for real-time image processing and deep learning. Designed for inspection, AI-based analysis, and edge computing in demanding applications.

PHYTEC

Develop industrial image processing, measurement, and AI applications on PHYTEC modules. Deploy on ARM-based hardware for scalable, long-term embedded vision solutions in industrial systems.

Qualcomm

Build embedded machine vision, AI, and deep learning applications on Qualcomm IoT platforms. Run efficiently on ARM-based hardware to enable compact and power-efficient vision systems for industrial and embedded use.

Raspberry Pi

Prototype and deploy embedded machine vision on Raspberry Pi using HALCON. Implement inspection, measurement, and OCR tasks on compact, low-cost hardware. Suitable for prototyping, education, and lightweight industrial vision applications.

SICK

Bring HALCON to the SICK InspectorP vision sensor. Run robust inspection, measurement, and identification tasks directly on the device. Targets decentralized automation with high reliability and straightforward integration.

Siemens

Integrate HALCON into Siemens automation environments and industrial PCs. Enable advanced image processing, measurement, and AI-based inspection for machine-level and factory automation.

Tattile

Power compact embedded vision systems on Tattile smart cameras with HALCON. Execute inspection, measurement, OCR, and identification directly on the device. Built for high-performance industrial automation.

Toradex

Create scalable embedded vision systems on Toradex modules with HALCON. Build inspection, measurement, and AI tasks on ARM-based hardware. Focused on long-term availability and industrial reliability.

Vision Components

Enable embedded vision on VC-Z smart cameras with HALCON. Implement industrial inspection, measurement, and identification directly on the device, combining compact hardware with advanced image processing capabilities.

Wenglor

Use HALCON on the wenglor B60 smart camera. Enable embedded inspection, measurement, and identification tasks for automation applications requiring compact design and reliable industrial performance.

ZhijinTech

Deploy industrial image processing and AI applications on ZhijinTech platforms with HALCON. Target high-performance embedded vision systems for automation and inspection.

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The embedded vision products feature the labels "ready for" and/or "powered by" HALCON or MERLIC, indicating their integration with MVTec software. These labels highlight the level of software integration and flexibility in creating embedded vision applications.

For more information or to partner with us, please contact our Partner Marketing at partner-marketing@remove-this.mvtec.com

Supported Products And Platforms

We offer a wide range of supported products, and we can provide customized solutions if no fitting platform is available. MVTec also conducts feasibility studies to help develop proof-of-concept solutions for your machine vision tasks.

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