October 2009
Most illumination sources used in machine vision applications emit light in the visible region of the spectrum and the majority of the cameras used are sensitive in this range. However, the use of illumination outside the visible range, such as near infrared (NIR) and X-rays, is growing. X-ray imaging can reveal detail right inside an object, while NIR imaging can show features from below the surface of the object. At VISION 2009, Applied Scintillation Technologies (AST) will be promoting its comprehensive capability to manufacture phosphor coatings, screens, scintillators and adapters that allow the conversion of many different radiations into visible light for imaging and detection. These can be used to extend the imaging capability of cameras normally operating in the visible range of the spectrum to include the near infrared through to UV and X-rays and beyond. Camera performance can be enhanced either by coating the camera sensor itself or by depositing a coating on a fibre-optic faceplate coupled to the camera, allowing off-the-shelf cameras to be readily adapted. AST‘s considerable expertise in phosphor and scintillation technology can enhance imaging sensors for device and camera manufacturers, system integrators and end-users alike. Also recognising that many imaging applications have very specific performance requirements, AST is renowned for its ability to work with customers to develop custom solutions to their imaging or detection requirements. Technical experts from the company, including Dr. Glenn Tyrrell and Stuart Quinn will therefore be on hand throughout VISION 2009 for informal discussions.
Enquiries: Stuart Quinn, Applied Scintillation Technologies Ltd 8 Roydonbury Industrial Estate Harlow CM19 5BZ Tel: +44 (0)1279 641234 Fax +44 (0)1279 413679 email: s.quinn@appscintech.com Internet: http://www.appscintech.com
