Sensors / Detectors / Transducers
QVGA ToF Imaging Evaluation Kit aids advanced HMI implementation.
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Along with Gigabit Ethernet interface, EVK75023 includes 2 illuminating units, each with 6 LEDs capable of producing peak optical output of 10 W; sensor board incorporating MLX75023 QVGA time-of-flight (ToF) sensor, M12 lens mount plus objective with up to 60° FOV, 4-channel data converter, and programmable logic; as well as ARM-based processing board featuring i.MX6x Freescale microprocessor. Via C-based API or Matlab SDK, users can develop their own communication interface.
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Melexis Launches QVGA ToF Imaging Evaluation Kit
Featuring high frame rates, interchangeable optics, modular hardware architecture & superior sunlight cancellation
Tessenderlo, Belgium — Melexis, a global microelectronics engineering company, has strengthened the support offered for its ground-breaking time-of-flight (ToF) sensing technology. The EVK75023 evaluation kit accompanies its MLX75023 QVGA (320x240pixels) resolution ToF sensor with high dynamic range DepthSenseTM pixels. This new hardware platform enables implementation of more advanced human machine interfaces (HMIs).
Co-developed in association with Melexis technology partner BlueTechnix, the EVK75023 is a compact (130mm x 105mm x 60mm) board for assessment of ToF sensing capabilities under even the most challenging of application conditions, where the detrimental influence of ambient light variations must be addressed. Thanks to the constituent MLX75023 imaging device, it can deal with up to 120klux of background light.
The EVK75023 has a high bandwidth Gigabit Ethernet interface, through which real-time 3D images are output at frame rates of up to 60fps. These can be used to recognize complex gestures. Via a C-based API or via the Matlab SDK, users can easily develop their own communication interface.
The platform consists four main elements:
· A pair of illuminating units - each with a set of 6 LEDs capable of producing a peak optical output of 10W.
· A sensor board - incorporating the MLX75023 sensor, a standard M12 lens mount plus objective with a field of view up to 60°, a quad-channel data converter and programmable logic (through which both the sensor and the LEDs are controlled).
· An ARM-based processing board - featuring an i.MX6x Freescale microprocessor, which is responsible for compiling the acquired ToF data then subsequently communicating this to a laptop, via the Gigabit Ethernet connection, for analysis.
· An interface board - on to which all of these different subsystems are placed.
“By using Melexis’ automotive-grade ToF offering, automobile engineering teams will be able to deploy HMIs which are robust enough to deal with difficult working environments, where they are exposed to dramatic alterations in light levels, while still hitting the necessary price points to ensure economic viability,” states Kristof Lieben, Application Engineer for ToF Systems at Melexis. “The addition of this new evaluation kit, gives engineers the functionality needed to make an initial appraisal of the design set up, so that it can be optimized for the particular surroundings.”
For more information on the Melexis EVK75023 visit: http://www.melexis.com/EVK75023
About Melexis
Melexis designs, develops, tests and markets advanced integrated semiconductor products. Our devices meet the world’s growing demand for greener and safer cars that are fun to drive, smarter appliances and more conscious buildings. We supply unique sensor and driver chips, communicating with analog, digital, wired or wireless interfaces, enhanced with advanced on board microcontrollers or DSP capabilities. Our core experience is derived from over 25 years supplying leading-edge and innovative ICs to the automotive electronics market, expanding in other application fields such as smart appliances and building automation. Melexis is proud to partner with our customers to engineer the sustainable future.
Melexis’ portfolio is built around three pillars: Sensing, Driving and Communicating. Sensors include magnetic, MEMs, and sensor interface ICs; optoelectronic single point and linear array sensors; infrared thermometers, CMOS wide dynamic range, Time of Flight and night vision cameras. Driver ICs cover Advanced DC & BLDC motor controllers and FET Pre-driver ICs. Communication ICs serve RKE, TPMS, ISM band applications, NFC, RFID reader and smart tag solutions.
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