Arrow Electronics, Inc. recently announced an intelligent vision ecosystem that uses the onsemi Imager Access System (IAS) module standard to develop intelligent vision solutions for applications such as robotics, machine vision and commercial cameras. The IAS module standard addresses the need to reduce design complexities when developing products that use image sensors. One of those challenges is the lack of standardization of the hardware interfaces for the different technology blocks.
IAS module AP-VISION-AR0830-83 (Source: Arrow Electronics, Inc.)
Arrow’s new IAS camera module (AP-VISION-AR0830-83), developed in collaboration with Appletec, features the latest generation of onsemi image sensors, the Hyperlux LP AR0830 8-megapixel image sensor with very low power consumption. Based on onsemi’s internal test, the AR0830 can extend battery life by up to 40%. It also offers high image quality even in challenging lighting conditions.
“The onsemi Hyperlux LP family of sensors set a new industry benchmark for ultra-low-power sensor design,” said Stephen Harris, senior director of marketing for onsemi’s Industrial and Commercial Sensing Division, in a statement. “Combined with a small form factor, purpose-oriented features and best-in-class imaging, Hyperlux LP will be a fixture for smart home, office, and robotics for years to come.”
The IAS module also incorporates on-chip camera functions such as mirroring, column and row skip modes and snapshot mode. It uses ultra-low-power thanks to features such as wake-on-motion to reduce overall system power. The standard 32-pin connector works with onsemi’s Demo3 system using an IAS adapter board.
Other features include a 74.4-degree field of view, a focusing distance of 3 m and a hyperfocal distance of 2.3 m. The module measures 23.48 × 9 × 5.15 mm.
Arrow also worked with eInfochips, an Arrow company that specializes in product engineering and semiconductor design services with experience in developing end-to-end vision solutions, and onsemi to develop drivers that enable the Appletec IAS modules to work with leading embedded processors.
The camera module is available now. Applications include 4K video recording and streaming, webcams/video doorbells, body cams and drones as well as 3D and stereo cameras. Click here for more information about the Arrow and onsemi intelligent vision ecosystem.
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