Can you please explain what photonicSENS does and the company’s background in developing single sensor depth cameras?
At photonicSENS we design and manufacture industrial machine vision cameras that offer both the 2D and 3D information of any target, with one single shot and one single lens. Remarkable, isn’t it? I must admit, I was equally impressed.
photonicSENS was founded a decade ago, grounded in the visionary insights of its founder, a highly astute PhD graduate who brought the concept of depth perception into tangible reality.
What are sensor depth cameras used for? What are their benefits?
Our cameras are utilised across various industrial sectors, where depth information is essential for tasks such as assessing electronic part quality and measuring critical dimensions in medical components. Additionally, they ensure precise distances for robotic picking operations, among other applications.
The primary advantage over 2D technology lies in its utilisation of depth perception, significantly easing the identification of key features and facilitating measurements. Unlike a 2D camera, which merely captures a flat image, this approach provides a more comprehensive understanding of spatial relationships.
For which industries do they serve well? Are there any examples you can share with me on projects you have done?
Numerous industries can benefit from the accessibility and affordability of straightforward 3D technology. Consider its applications in electronic components, PCBs, connector pins, welding points, and soldering processes, among others.
- Automotive: critical motor parts and key quotes.
- Robotics: any pick and place application where the depth info helps the robot do its job.
- Automatic fruit recollection, packaging, consumer goods, 3D digitalization, smartphones, and AR/VR glasses.
3D technology is ubiquitous!
What advantages do photonicSENS products have over its competitors?
We’re able to pinpoint the exact position of each pixel in our camera’s view, providing us with complete spatial details of what we’re observing.
While other technologies may achieve similar results, they often do so at a slower pace, require greater energy consumption, or are exceedingly expensive and complex to install. In contrast, our approach is simple and straightforward.
What are you passionate about working in this industry? And what makes photonicSENS so special to you?
I have always been drawn to advances in vision technology. Enabling machines to ‘see’ is a fascinating challenge that is reshaping the world we live in, and it will become increasingly central in my children’s day-to-day routine.
I consider myself fortunate to work for a company that embraces significant change and also leads the way in pioneering exciting new technological developments.
