Cameras and Vision Technology for Remotely Operated Vehicles

Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV) include technologies such as Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUV), Autonomous Surface Vehicles (ASV), Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). They can be remotely controlled or include a degree of autonomy to move around factories, warehouses, battlefields and even underwater environments.

With such diverse applications, imaging requirements will vary greatly. We offer extremely reliable, high-speed image processing products to meet all of these challenges.

ROVs empowered with industry-leading imaging solutions can be used for

• Moving goods around a warehouse or factory floor
• Defense applications such as mine detecting and disposal
• Pipe and sewer inspection
• Final mile deliveries
• Marine research
• Subsea exploration
• Underwater inspections and defect detection

AF-Zoom and board cameras for ROVs

Harrier AF-Zoom cameras and Oriole board cameras offer light and compact solutions for imaging in ROVs. The powerful zoom options can be easily controlled to deliver real-time, high-resolution video transmission or image capture.

Our versatile range of autofocus zoom cameras suitable for remotely operated vehicles includes very compact camera modules, global shutter cameras, and up to 55x optical zoom options. They are available with several different video output options (Ethernet IP, USB 3, HDMI, 3G-SDI and more). Some of our IP and HDMI camera models offer 4K video resolution. Our board-level cameras, the Oriole SDI board cameras feature a day&night solution with switchable IR-cut filter. A board camera model with global shutter sensor is available.

If you require HD video transmission over extended cable distances, have a look at Active Silicon’s HD-VLC technology solution.

Frame grabbers for on-vehicle image processing

CoaXPress and Camera Link vision systems are highly reliable, fast and efficient in capturing high-resolution, high-speed images.

We provide frame grabber interface cards for such vision systems. With the help of a CoaXPress or Camera Link frame grabber, real-time image acquisition from high-resolution cameras is guaranteed. This allows for advanced situational awareness and a fast transfer time-critical image data to remote users.

Machine Vision Computers for a complete solution

Implementing a new vision system for your ROV? Our Oncilla Machine Vision Computers combine a rugged high-performance PC with cutting-edge imaging technology. Purchasing a full, already optimized system will not only save you from sourcing the individual parts but will also speed up the integration.

Oncilla Machine Vision Computers support CoaXPress, Camera Link, GigE and USB camera systems. They are built to withstand high levels of shock and vibration and provide reliable solutions for ROVs, AGVs and AMRs.

Embedded vision systems offer ultimate customization options

Active Silicon designs and manufactures embedded vision systems for specific purposes. Our experts support OEMs with customizing our existing products or developing a tailor-made vision system with distinct features, for example, optimizing size, performance and connectivity.

Choose your features including high-performance processors, multiple video acquisition channels, any camera control comms and PC interfaces. By customizing a system, complex imaging requirements can be met while keeping units to a minimal size, weight and power (SWaP).

Read more on our Custom Design Services and contact our team to discuss cameras and other imaging requirements for your ROV project.