The first introduction of Orbbec’s 3D front depth sensing system in a mobile application featuring a global shutter, a dot projector and a custom system-on-chip.
More information on that report at: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/orbbecs-front-3d-depth-sensing-system-in-the-oppo-find-x/
Mantis Vision’s 3D Depth Sensing System in the Xiaomi Mi8 Explorer Editionsystem_plus
The first introduction of Mantis Vision’s technology into a mobile application, featuring coded structured light.
More information on that report at: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/mantis-visions-3d-depth-sensing-system-in-the-xiaomi-mi8-explorer-edition/
Apple iPhone X – Infrared Dot Projector 2017 teardown reverse costing report ...system_plus
The world’s most advanced dot projector for 3D sensing
with four innovative parts:
Its package; a dedicated VCSEL; a folded optic; and the active DOE.
Apple has made a great technology choice with its 3D facial identification for the iPhone X. The new technology is presented as being 20 times more accurate than the older fingerprint approach with a one-in-a million probability of a random person unlocking your iPhone.
Huawei Mate 20 Pro’s 3D Depth-Sensing Systemsystem_plus
The complete system includes a 3D camera, flood illuminator, and DOT projector featuring a DOE.
More information on that report at: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/the-huawei-mate-20-pros-3d-depth-sensing-system/
3D Imaging & Sensing 2018 Reports by Yole DeveloppementYole Developpement
The iPhone X initiated a trend. What happens next?
More information here: https://www.i-micronews.com/category-listing/product/p3d-imaging-sensing-2018.html
Sony IMX400 Tri-layer Stacked CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) with Integrated DRAM an...Yole Developpement
A closer look at the impressive, industry-first, tri-layer stacked CIS.
Sony leads the global CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) market, commanding more than a third share of the industry’s total revenue. And over the years, Sony has maintained its leadership by providing innovative CIS products for original equipment manufacturers like Samsung or Apple. In 2017, Sony as a smartphone designer decided to release in its flagship the latest and potentially the greatest innovation in the past decade of CIS manufacturing.
Inside the Sony Xperia™ XZs and the XZ Premium, the latest Motion Eye™ can be found, with the new IMX400 CIS. This three-layer stacked CIS is made with the traditional pixel array and logic circuit on the same die, but also a 1Gb DRAM memory allowing slow motion at almost 960 frames per second.
This innovative CIS is Sony’s next generation technology. The CIS includes a 22 Mpixel array, a 1Gb DRAM die and a digital signal processor (DSP) on the same die footprint. This is the first tri-layer stacked CIS on the market. In this configuration, Sony can provide a fast readout image sensor with no distortion when shooting fast-moving objects thanks to the high capacity DRAM between the pixel array circuit and the DSP circuit.
Using Sony’s Exmor-RS and Xperi’s Zibond technologies, Sony has managed to integrate the three dies in a single thin, small and cost-effective sensor die. Surprisingly, the die sensor uses a unique sort of TSV at different levels to interconnect the dies.
This report includes a complete analysis of the camera module from the Sony Xperia™ XZs, featuring camera module disassembly and die analyses, processes and cross-sections. It also includes a comparison with the Samsung Galaxy S7, Apple iPhone 7 Plus, and Huawei P9 telephoto camera modules. At the CIS level, it compares the IMX400 with the IMX260, the IMX286, and the latest custom CIS for Apple from Sony’s portfolio. Finally, it contains a complete cost analysis and a selling price estimation of the CIS die.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
Physical analysis and cost comparison of seven leading flagship smartphone cameras: Apple iPhone X/XS/XR, Samsung Galaxy S9, Huawei Mate 20 Pro and P20 Pro, Xiaomi Mi8 Explorer Edition, Oppo Find X and Vivo X21UD.
More information on that report at: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/mobile-camera-module-comparison-2019/
Intel RealSense D435 3D Active IR Stereo Depth Camera 2018 teardown reverse c...system_plus
The 3D camera is using infrared active stereo depth and red/green/blue sensors, and a VCSEL projector.
More information on that report at http://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/intel-realsense-d435-3d-active-ir-stereo-depth-camera/
Machine Vision for Industry and Automation 2018 Report by Yole DeveloppementYole Developpement
Machine vision is at the heart of the automation revolution.
More information on that report at https://www.i-micronews.com/report/product/machine-vision-for-industry-and-automation-2018.html
Mantis Vision’s 3D Depth Sensing System in the Xiaomi Mi8 Explorer Editionsystem_plus
The first introduction of Mantis Vision’s technology into a mobile application, featuring coded structured light.
More information on that report at: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/mantis-visions-3d-depth-sensing-system-in-the-xiaomi-mi8-explorer-edition/
Apple iPhone X – Infrared Dot Projector 2017 teardown reverse costing report ...system_plus
The world’s most advanced dot projector for 3D sensing
with four innovative parts:
Its package; a dedicated VCSEL; a folded optic; and the active DOE.
Apple has made a great technology choice with its 3D facial identification for the iPhone X. The new technology is presented as being 20 times more accurate than the older fingerprint approach with a one-in-a million probability of a random person unlocking your iPhone.
Huawei Mate 20 Pro’s 3D Depth-Sensing Systemsystem_plus
The complete system includes a 3D camera, flood illuminator, and DOT projector featuring a DOE.
More information on that report at: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/the-huawei-mate-20-pros-3d-depth-sensing-system/
3D Imaging & Sensing 2018 Reports by Yole DeveloppementYole Developpement
The iPhone X initiated a trend. What happens next?
More information here: https://www.i-micronews.com/category-listing/product/p3d-imaging-sensing-2018.html
Sony IMX400 Tri-layer Stacked CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) with Integrated DRAM an...Yole Developpement
A closer look at the impressive, industry-first, tri-layer stacked CIS.
Sony leads the global CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) market, commanding more than a third share of the industry’s total revenue. And over the years, Sony has maintained its leadership by providing innovative CIS products for original equipment manufacturers like Samsung or Apple. In 2017, Sony as a smartphone designer decided to release in its flagship the latest and potentially the greatest innovation in the past decade of CIS manufacturing.
Inside the Sony Xperia™ XZs and the XZ Premium, the latest Motion Eye™ can be found, with the new IMX400 CIS. This three-layer stacked CIS is made with the traditional pixel array and logic circuit on the same die, but also a 1Gb DRAM memory allowing slow motion at almost 960 frames per second.
This innovative CIS is Sony’s next generation technology. The CIS includes a 22 Mpixel array, a 1Gb DRAM die and a digital signal processor (DSP) on the same die footprint. This is the first tri-layer stacked CIS on the market. In this configuration, Sony can provide a fast readout image sensor with no distortion when shooting fast-moving objects thanks to the high capacity DRAM between the pixel array circuit and the DSP circuit.
Using Sony’s Exmor-RS and Xperi’s Zibond technologies, Sony has managed to integrate the three dies in a single thin, small and cost-effective sensor die. Surprisingly, the die sensor uses a unique sort of TSV at different levels to interconnect the dies.
This report includes a complete analysis of the camera module from the Sony Xperia™ XZs, featuring camera module disassembly and die analyses, processes and cross-sections. It also includes a comparison with the Samsung Galaxy S7, Apple iPhone 7 Plus, and Huawei P9 telephoto camera modules. At the CIS level, it compares the IMX400 with the IMX260, the IMX286, and the latest custom CIS for Apple from Sony’s portfolio. Finally, it contains a complete cost analysis and a selling price estimation of the CIS die.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
Physical analysis and cost comparison of seven leading flagship smartphone cameras: Apple iPhone X/XS/XR, Samsung Galaxy S9, Huawei Mate 20 Pro and P20 Pro, Xiaomi Mi8 Explorer Edition, Oppo Find X and Vivo X21UD.
More information on that report at: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/mobile-camera-module-comparison-2019/
Intel RealSense D435 3D Active IR Stereo Depth Camera 2018 teardown reverse c...system_plus
The 3D camera is using infrared active stereo depth and red/green/blue sensors, and a VCSEL projector.
More information on that report at http://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/intel-realsense-d435-3d-active-ir-stereo-depth-camera/
Machine Vision for Industry and Automation 2018 Report by Yole DeveloppementYole Developpement
Machine vision is at the heart of the automation revolution.
More information on that report at https://www.i-micronews.com/report/product/machine-vision-for-industry-and-automation-2018.html
Embedded Image and Vision Processing 2017 report by Yole DeveloppementYole Developpement
From algorithms included in the image processing pipeline to neural networks running in vision processors, focus on the evolution of hardware in vision systems and how software disrupts this domain.
SOFTWARE IN VISION SYSTEMS
Vision systems are becoming increasingly important. Therefore, this report shows and explains the close links between embedded software and hardware in vision systems at the technology and market levels. What are the software technologies? How do they impact the hardware? Which hardware is impacted? What kinds of markets are affected? And how will they evolve?
We can consider software in vision systems as having two different levels. The first is very close to the hardware, inscribed inside standalone field programmable gate array (FPGA) or application specific integrated circuit (ASIC) chips, or integrated into more complicated architectures. This layer, not often considered, is the most important step in any image treatment after image acquisition by pixels. Image processing, realized in the image signal processor (ISP), has a quite simple function. It must transform a signal from the sensor to an understandable image for the human eye. It is composed as a pipeline of multiple blocks, where each block takes as input the output of the previous block. A lot of different algorithms are implemented to accomplish tasks such as removing artefacts, color correction and reproduction. This is done at a single-pixel or pixel-group level and does not need a lot of memory or power.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
ams’ Multi-Spectral Sensor in the Apple iPhone X 2017 teardown reverse costi...system_plus
The most advanced multispectral 6-channel ambient light sensor, supplied and produced by ams for its biggest customer, Apple.
For the semiconductor industry, the smartphone is a gold mine. Each component inside every OEM’s flagship phone holds substantial value for the component supplier, which sometimes gains a significant portion of the phone’s sales revenue too. Apple is one of the major OEMs that every supplier fights to work with, and for many years ams AG has been the world’s leading ambient light sensor (ALS) producer, due to its presence in every Apple iPhone.
STMicroelectronics Proximity & Flood Illuminator in the Apple iPhone X - reve...system_plus
A unique combination of STMicroelectronics’ latest proximity sensor, based on single-photon avalanche diode (SPAD) technology and a VCSEL illuminator, all in Apple’s most advanced handset.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
High-end Inertial Sensors for Defense, Aerospace, and Industrial Applications...Yole Developpement
Fueled by geopolitical risks rising defense investments, commercial aerospace and fast-growing applications, this new prosperous cycle of the high end inertial business will bring the market to new heights.
INCREASING GEOPOLITICAL RISKS, THE ENDING OIL CRISIS AND THE UPCOMING ROBOTIC ERA ARE FACTORS FUELING THE HIGH-END INERTIAL SYSTEM MARKET
Defense and commercial aerospace markets have always been the backbone of the high-end inertial system market, and that is still true today. The traditional markets, like defense, commercial aerospace and space applications, have returned to growth after a big slowdown from 2010 2015. For the last two years, the market has been evolving positively thanks to increasing geopolitical risks, and benefiting from the reinvigoration of the commercial aerospace business. And the end of the oil crisis in 2015, combined with increasing purchasing power coming from eastern regions, especially China, has definitely benefited this market. The space market is still evolving at its own pace, with the increasingly important robotic approach coming from players like SpaceX, Blue Origin enabling reusable rocket launchers, democratizing the space market.
In other words, the high-end inertial system market is recovering from a lean period that could bring it, in the long term, into a prosperous time with higher volumes. At long term, the market should be propelled by two major trends: the robotic approach and the growth of industrial applications. Yole Développement estimates that the high-end inertial system market has reached the $3B milestone in 2017. Defense makes up 36 % of this, with commercial aerospace comprising 33 %. Industrial, offshore and maritime applications account for the remaining 31 %. With a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) estimated to be 5% for the five next years, the high-end inertial system market is on a good track. The industry is now looking for emerging opportunities to sustain its growth, and this is what we highlight in this report.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
SP20569 - IRay T3S Thermal Camera for Smartphonesystem_plus
Multiple optimized packaging innovations for this automotive power module from Vitesco Technologies.
More : https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/iray-t3s-thermal-camera-for-smartphone/
Status of the CMOS Image Sensor Industry 2017 - Report by Yole DeveloppementYole Developpement
New applications are transforming the market and technology playing field for CMOS image sensors
It’s ten years down the line from the initial Apple iPhone that started the smartphone era. Since then, CMOS imaging has benefited from huge market demand and a technology-driven environment, resulting in an $11.6B industry in 2016. Photography and video is the main application, which is totally transformed by new use cases, new devices and new technologies.
The mobile market is key for the CMOS image sensor (CIS) industry. Despite saturation in the number of handsets, the CIS market has been able to maintain a 10.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the 2016-2022 period due to the introduction of dual and 3D cameras. These additional cameras are changing the industry’s drivers from form factor and image quality to interactivity.
Penetration into higher added value markets such as automotive, security and medical shows that CIS products are transforming use cases across the board. CIS technology adoption allows greater automation levels at low cost, while using newly available computing architectures such as deep learning. The CMOS image sensor industry is currently in a virtuous circle where a new technology is providing true customer value.
Advanced packaging technology in the Apple Watch Series 4’s System-in-Packagesystem_plus
Four major packaging technologies: TSMC’s info, ASE’s Double Side Molding/SESUB and SiP, Skyworks’ Double Side BGA.
More information on that report at: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/advanced-packaging-technology-in-the-apple-watch-series-4s-system-in-package/
Continental SRL1: State-of-the-art LiDAR for Advanced Driver Assistance Syste...Yole Developpement
Continental consolidates its successful role in ADAS-related equipment with this cost-effective solution for emergency brake assist.
Light detection and ranging (LiDAR) sensing has a wide spectrum of applications, one of which is in autonomous or “self-driving” cars. LiDAR is therefore attracting attention from the automotive industry, as well as other fields. However, until now, systems haven’t matched challenging automotive specifications for reliability, compact-ness, and cost-efficiency.
Based on rugged design and components, the SRL-1 from Continental provides a reliable and efficient solid-state LiDAR for frontal impact detection without any mechanical movement. Detecting collisions in an urban environment at speeds up to 50km/h, including an emergency braking assist (EBA) function, makes this product a great asset for today’s autonomous and assisted driving needs.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
Status of the Camera Module Industry 2019 – Focus on Wafer Level Optics repor...Yole Developpement
CMOS Camera Modules (CCM) have become a key sensor technology – what are the dynamics and strategies in this highly competitive market?
More information on: https://www.i-micronews.com/produit/status-of-the-camera-module-industry-2019-focus-on-wafer-level-optics/
Status of the MEMS Industry 2018 Market and technology Report by Yole Dévelop...Yole Developpement
Megatrends are invigorating the MEMS industry.
More information on : https://www.i-micronews.com/category-listing/product/status-of-the-mems-industry-2018.html
Melexis Time of Flight Imager for Automotive Applications 2017 teardown rever...Yole Developpement
A cutting-edge ToF imager technology from Sony/Softkinetic, adapted by Melexis for automotive in-cabin applications
Today, Time-of-Flight (ToF) systems are among the most innovative technologies offering imaging companies an opportunity to lead the market. Every major player wants to integrate these devices to provide functions such as 3D imaging, proximity sensing, ambient light sensing and gesture recognition.
Sony/Softkinetic has been investigating this technology deeply, providing a unique pixel technology to several image sensor manufacturers in three application areas: consumer, automotive and industrial. For automotive applications, Sony/Softkinetic has licensed its technology to Melexis, which has worked on the pixel design to provide a ToF imager for gesture recognition.
The MLX75023 is an automotive 3D ToF Imager already integrated into gesture recognition systems from car makers like BMW. The 3D ToF Imager is packaged using Glass Ball Grid Array technology.
The device comprises the die sensor and the glass filter in the same component in thin, 0.7 mm-thick, packaging.
This report analyzes the complete component, from the glass near-infrared band pass filter to the collector, based on the ToF pixel technology licenses developed by Softkinetic and improved by Melexis.
The report includes a complete cost analysis and price estimation of the device based on a detailed description of the package, and the ToF imager.
It also features a complete ToF pixel technology comparison with Infineon, STMicroelectronics and Texas Instrument ToF imagers, which are also based on Sony/Softkinetic technology, with details on the companies’ choices.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
Computing and AI technologies for mobile and consumer applications 2021 - SampleYole Developpement
Penetrating everyday products will see the market for AI technologies for the consumer market reach $5.6B in 2026.
More information : https://www.i-micronews.com/products/computing-and-ai-technologies-for-mobile-and-consumer-applications-2021/
Light Shaping Technologies for Consumer and Automotive Applications 2019Yole Developpement
Legacy micro-optics are on the verge of being reshaped by the semiconductor industry and nanostructuring techniques.
More information on: https://www.i-micronews.com/products/light-shaping-technologies-for-consumer-and-automotive-applications-2019/
Camera Module Industry 2017 Report by Yole Developpement Yole Developpement
New technologies and applications have restructured the Compact Camera Module industry
AT 12.2% CAGR FOR THE NEXT FIVE YEARS, THE COMPACT CAMERA MODULE INDUSTRY (CCM) IS A GROWTH POWERHOUSE WITH NUMEROUS LARGE COMPANIES THRIVING IN A DYNAMIC MARKET
In 2015, Yole Développement published its first report on the camera module industry and mentioned the immaturity of the ecosystem with numerous small players especially for module assembly. Now the dust has settled and giant camera module players have emerged such as LG Innotek, Semco, Foxconn Sharp, O-Film and Sunny Optical. This 2017 edition is giving you the insights into the trajectory of the industry and of more than 30 players serving mobile and other applications such as automotive and security.
Historically one could differentiate the faith of camera module market from the sub parts such as the image sensor, the lens and the autofocus or optical image stabilization system (Voice Coil Motors - VCM). It seems that differentiated growth has now ended and every sub segment is enjoying almost equal benefit from the rising market tide. This convergence is in part due to the end of quasi-monopoly from Sony in the image sensor sub-segment now joined by Samsung and Omnivision. The story is very similar for Largan Precision in the lens set sub-segment which is now facing renewed competition from Sunny Optical, Kantatsu and Genious Optical.
The last sub-domain of our interest in this report is VCMs. The growth of VCM companies has been undercut by dire structuration efforts. We had mentioned the inability of the VCM to serve the demand in the mobile market. Price pressures have changed the face of competition with competitors such as Mitsumi and Shicoh which were forced out and new players such as New Shicoh and Jawha to take center stage.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
Image Signal Processor and Vision Processor Market and Technology Trends 2019...Yole Developpement
Artificial intelligence-powered newcomers are reshuffling the pack.
More information on https://www.i-micronews.com/products/image-signal-processor-and-vision-processor-market-and-technology-trends-2019/
Apple iPhone X Teardown and Identification of Key Components report 2018 pub...system_plus
Discover Apple’s key devices, advanced packaging technical choices and main suppliers.
More information on that report at http://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/apple-iphone-x-teardown/
Apple iPhone 7 Plus: Rear-Facing Dual Camera Module 2016 teardown reverse cos...Yole Developpement
With its choice of a dual camera, Apple’s innovations include new objectives lens assemblies, new bonding processes and a new type of autofocus
In the iPhone 7 Plus, Apple introduced a new rear camera module. Like its competitors LG and Huawei, they have chosen to integrate a dual camera. The module features two sensors, one closed to the sensor in the previous flagship, and another with a totally new structure.
Competition for the best camera phone was revived by Huawei with its flagship, the P9, using a dual camera. Like the other main players except Samsung, Apple has now introduced a dual camera module. This module integrates two 12 megapixel resolution CMOS Image Sensors (CISs) from Sony, using Exmor-RS Technology. The wide-angle objective lens assembly features an aperture of f/1.8 and a pixel size of 1.22 µm. The telephoto has a pixel size of 1 µm but a smaller aperture of f/2.8.
The iPhone 7 Plus dual camera module, with dimensions of 20.6 x 10.0 x 5.9 mm, is equipped with two sub-modules each including a Sony CIS. The wide-angle module is equipped with an optical image stabilization (OIS) voice coil motor (VCM), while the telephoto only comes with a general VCM. The CISs are assembled using a flip-chip process on a ceramic substrate with a gold stud bumping process.
With this new dual camera module and Sony’s Exmor-RS technology, Apple has innovated its offering in areas including phase detection autofocus (PDAF), its objective lens assembly structure, its sensor, and adopts a second generation of through-silicon vias (TSVs). Surprisingly both logic circuit sensors for controlling PDAF are very similar.
The report includes technology and cost analysis of the iPhone 7 Plus dual camera module. Also, comparisons with the Huawei P9, Samsung Galaxy S7 and iPhone 6S rear camera modules are provided. These comparisons highlight differences in structures, technical choices and manufacturing cost.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
From almost zero to a multi-billion dollar market in three years!
Apple introduced the iPhone 5s in 2013, after acquiring Authentec a year earlier. Since then, fingerprint sensors have been massively adopted, and the volumes of sensors shipped into the consumer market have grown incredibly. At first, the sensors were a convenience and protection feature for unlocking phones. However, they are now shifting into a security feature for online identification and mobile payment in an increasing number of smartphones.
From 23 million units in 2013, 689 million fingerprint sensors for smartphones were sold in 2016. This is an incredible 210% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between 2013 and 2016! The 2016-2022 timeframe will see a more reasonable, but still impressive, 19% CAGR.
Fingerprint sensing is becoming a mandatory feature on every smartphone, adding a lot of value. However such an increase in volume is always followed by strong cost pressure, and this is what has happened over the last three years. The average cost of a fingerprint sensor has decreased from around $5 in 2013 to $3 in 2016, and even less for low-end technologies. And the pressure hasn’t gone away. Current technologies have now reached maturity, and are threatened by new technologies, which need lower cost to gain momentum. This is the case for ultrasonic detection, for instance.
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Sample preparation automation through emerging microfluidic technologies 2015...Yole Developpement
Report’s key features
Overview of current bottlenecks in sample preparation
Specific focus on sample preparation for Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), Single-Cell and Molecular Diagnostics, including point-of-care and trace analysis
Review of reference technologies vs. emerging microfluidic technologies
2015-2020 forecasts for microfluidics for sample preparation in Single-Cell and NGS markets
Market trend analysis
Supply chain analysis and main player map for each application
Business cases on NGS sample prep: microfluidic automation vs. reference solutions, ROI analysis
Proliferation of cameras for imaging and sensing is driving CMOS image sensor (CIS) growth.
More information on that report at : https://www.i-micronews.com/report/product/status-of-the-cis-industry-2018.html
STMicroelectronics’ Near Infrared Camera Sensor in the Apple iPhone X - 2017 ...system_plus
The first NIR camera sensor with multiple innovations based on imager-silicon-oninsulator substrate from SOITEC, supplied and produced by STMicroelectronics for the Apple True Depth Module.
COMPLETE TEARDOWN WITH:
• Detailed photos
• Precise measurements
• Materials analysis
• Manufacturing process flow
• Supply chain evaluation
• Manufacturing cost analysis
• Estimated sales price
More information on that report at http://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/stmicroelectronics-near-infrared-camera-sensor-in-the-apple-iphone-x/
MEMS Fabry-Perot interferometer in a very tiny NIR spectrometer.
More information: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/spectral-engines-nirone-sensor-x/
Embedded Image and Vision Processing 2017 report by Yole DeveloppementYole Developpement
From algorithms included in the image processing pipeline to neural networks running in vision processors, focus on the evolution of hardware in vision systems and how software disrupts this domain.
SOFTWARE IN VISION SYSTEMS
Vision systems are becoming increasingly important. Therefore, this report shows and explains the close links between embedded software and hardware in vision systems at the technology and market levels. What are the software technologies? How do they impact the hardware? Which hardware is impacted? What kinds of markets are affected? And how will they evolve?
We can consider software in vision systems as having two different levels. The first is very close to the hardware, inscribed inside standalone field programmable gate array (FPGA) or application specific integrated circuit (ASIC) chips, or integrated into more complicated architectures. This layer, not often considered, is the most important step in any image treatment after image acquisition by pixels. Image processing, realized in the image signal processor (ISP), has a quite simple function. It must transform a signal from the sensor to an understandable image for the human eye. It is composed as a pipeline of multiple blocks, where each block takes as input the output of the previous block. A lot of different algorithms are implemented to accomplish tasks such as removing artefacts, color correction and reproduction. This is done at a single-pixel or pixel-group level and does not need a lot of memory or power.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
ams’ Multi-Spectral Sensor in the Apple iPhone X 2017 teardown reverse costi...system_plus
The most advanced multispectral 6-channel ambient light sensor, supplied and produced by ams for its biggest customer, Apple.
For the semiconductor industry, the smartphone is a gold mine. Each component inside every OEM’s flagship phone holds substantial value for the component supplier, which sometimes gains a significant portion of the phone’s sales revenue too. Apple is one of the major OEMs that every supplier fights to work with, and for many years ams AG has been the world’s leading ambient light sensor (ALS) producer, due to its presence in every Apple iPhone.
STMicroelectronics Proximity & Flood Illuminator in the Apple iPhone X - reve...system_plus
A unique combination of STMicroelectronics’ latest proximity sensor, based on single-photon avalanche diode (SPAD) technology and a VCSEL illuminator, all in Apple’s most advanced handset.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
High-end Inertial Sensors for Defense, Aerospace, and Industrial Applications...Yole Developpement
Fueled by geopolitical risks rising defense investments, commercial aerospace and fast-growing applications, this new prosperous cycle of the high end inertial business will bring the market to new heights.
INCREASING GEOPOLITICAL RISKS, THE ENDING OIL CRISIS AND THE UPCOMING ROBOTIC ERA ARE FACTORS FUELING THE HIGH-END INERTIAL SYSTEM MARKET
Defense and commercial aerospace markets have always been the backbone of the high-end inertial system market, and that is still true today. The traditional markets, like defense, commercial aerospace and space applications, have returned to growth after a big slowdown from 2010 2015. For the last two years, the market has been evolving positively thanks to increasing geopolitical risks, and benefiting from the reinvigoration of the commercial aerospace business. And the end of the oil crisis in 2015, combined with increasing purchasing power coming from eastern regions, especially China, has definitely benefited this market. The space market is still evolving at its own pace, with the increasingly important robotic approach coming from players like SpaceX, Blue Origin enabling reusable rocket launchers, democratizing the space market.
In other words, the high-end inertial system market is recovering from a lean period that could bring it, in the long term, into a prosperous time with higher volumes. At long term, the market should be propelled by two major trends: the robotic approach and the growth of industrial applications. Yole Développement estimates that the high-end inertial system market has reached the $3B milestone in 2017. Defense makes up 36 % of this, with commercial aerospace comprising 33 %. Industrial, offshore and maritime applications account for the remaining 31 %. With a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) estimated to be 5% for the five next years, the high-end inertial system market is on a good track. The industry is now looking for emerging opportunities to sustain its growth, and this is what we highlight in this report.
More information on that report at http://www.i-micronews.com/reports.html
SP20569 - IRay T3S Thermal Camera for Smartphonesystem_plus
Multiple optimized packaging innovations for this automotive power module from Vitesco Technologies.
More : https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/iray-t3s-thermal-camera-for-smartphone/
Status of the CMOS Image Sensor Industry 2017 - Report by Yole DeveloppementYole Developpement
New applications are transforming the market and technology playing field for CMOS image sensors
It’s ten years down the line from the initial Apple iPhone that started the smartphone era. Since then, CMOS imaging has benefited from huge market demand and a technology-driven environment, resulting in an $11.6B industry in 2016. Photography and video is the main application, which is totally transformed by new use cases, new devices and new technologies.
The mobile market is key for the CMOS image sensor (CIS) industry. Despite saturation in the number of handsets, the CIS market has been able to maintain a 10.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the 2016-2022 period due to the introduction of dual and 3D cameras. These additional cameras are changing the industry’s drivers from form factor and image quality to interactivity.
Penetration into higher added value markets such as automotive, security and medical shows that CIS products are transforming use cases across the board. CIS technology adoption allows greater automation levels at low cost, while using newly available computing architectures such as deep learning. The CMOS image sensor industry is currently in a virtuous circle where a new technology is providing true customer value.
Advanced packaging technology in the Apple Watch Series 4’s System-in-Packagesystem_plus
Four major packaging technologies: TSMC’s info, ASE’s Double Side Molding/SESUB and SiP, Skyworks’ Double Side BGA.
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Continental SRL1: State-of-the-art LiDAR for Advanced Driver Assistance Syste...Yole Developpement
Continental consolidates its successful role in ADAS-related equipment with this cost-effective solution for emergency brake assist.
Light detection and ranging (LiDAR) sensing has a wide spectrum of applications, one of which is in autonomous or “self-driving” cars. LiDAR is therefore attracting attention from the automotive industry, as well as other fields. However, until now, systems haven’t matched challenging automotive specifications for reliability, compact-ness, and cost-efficiency.
Based on rugged design and components, the SRL-1 from Continental provides a reliable and efficient solid-state LiDAR for frontal impact detection without any mechanical movement. Detecting collisions in an urban environment at speeds up to 50km/h, including an emergency braking assist (EBA) function, makes this product a great asset for today’s autonomous and assisted driving needs.
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Status of the Camera Module Industry 2019 – Focus on Wafer Level Optics repor...Yole Developpement
CMOS Camera Modules (CCM) have become a key sensor technology – what are the dynamics and strategies in this highly competitive market?
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Status of the MEMS Industry 2018 Market and technology Report by Yole Dévelop...Yole Developpement
Megatrends are invigorating the MEMS industry.
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Melexis Time of Flight Imager for Automotive Applications 2017 teardown rever...Yole Developpement
A cutting-edge ToF imager technology from Sony/Softkinetic, adapted by Melexis for automotive in-cabin applications
Today, Time-of-Flight (ToF) systems are among the most innovative technologies offering imaging companies an opportunity to lead the market. Every major player wants to integrate these devices to provide functions such as 3D imaging, proximity sensing, ambient light sensing and gesture recognition.
Sony/Softkinetic has been investigating this technology deeply, providing a unique pixel technology to several image sensor manufacturers in three application areas: consumer, automotive and industrial. For automotive applications, Sony/Softkinetic has licensed its technology to Melexis, which has worked on the pixel design to provide a ToF imager for gesture recognition.
The MLX75023 is an automotive 3D ToF Imager already integrated into gesture recognition systems from car makers like BMW. The 3D ToF Imager is packaged using Glass Ball Grid Array technology.
The device comprises the die sensor and the glass filter in the same component in thin, 0.7 mm-thick, packaging.
This report analyzes the complete component, from the glass near-infrared band pass filter to the collector, based on the ToF pixel technology licenses developed by Softkinetic and improved by Melexis.
The report includes a complete cost analysis and price estimation of the device based on a detailed description of the package, and the ToF imager.
It also features a complete ToF pixel technology comparison with Infineon, STMicroelectronics and Texas Instrument ToF imagers, which are also based on Sony/Softkinetic technology, with details on the companies’ choices.
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Computing and AI technologies for mobile and consumer applications 2021 - SampleYole Developpement
Penetrating everyday products will see the market for AI technologies for the consumer market reach $5.6B in 2026.
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Light Shaping Technologies for Consumer and Automotive Applications 2019Yole Developpement
Legacy micro-optics are on the verge of being reshaped by the semiconductor industry and nanostructuring techniques.
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Camera Module Industry 2017 Report by Yole Developpement Yole Developpement
New technologies and applications have restructured the Compact Camera Module industry
AT 12.2% CAGR FOR THE NEXT FIVE YEARS, THE COMPACT CAMERA MODULE INDUSTRY (CCM) IS A GROWTH POWERHOUSE WITH NUMEROUS LARGE COMPANIES THRIVING IN A DYNAMIC MARKET
In 2015, Yole Développement published its first report on the camera module industry and mentioned the immaturity of the ecosystem with numerous small players especially for module assembly. Now the dust has settled and giant camera module players have emerged such as LG Innotek, Semco, Foxconn Sharp, O-Film and Sunny Optical. This 2017 edition is giving you the insights into the trajectory of the industry and of more than 30 players serving mobile and other applications such as automotive and security.
Historically one could differentiate the faith of camera module market from the sub parts such as the image sensor, the lens and the autofocus or optical image stabilization system (Voice Coil Motors - VCM). It seems that differentiated growth has now ended and every sub segment is enjoying almost equal benefit from the rising market tide. This convergence is in part due to the end of quasi-monopoly from Sony in the image sensor sub-segment now joined by Samsung and Omnivision. The story is very similar for Largan Precision in the lens set sub-segment which is now facing renewed competition from Sunny Optical, Kantatsu and Genious Optical.
The last sub-domain of our interest in this report is VCMs. The growth of VCM companies has been undercut by dire structuration efforts. We had mentioned the inability of the VCM to serve the demand in the mobile market. Price pressures have changed the face of competition with competitors such as Mitsumi and Shicoh which were forced out and new players such as New Shicoh and Jawha to take center stage.
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Image Signal Processor and Vision Processor Market and Technology Trends 2019...Yole Developpement
Artificial intelligence-powered newcomers are reshuffling the pack.
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Apple iPhone X Teardown and Identification of Key Components report 2018 pub...system_plus
Discover Apple’s key devices, advanced packaging technical choices and main suppliers.
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Apple iPhone 7 Plus: Rear-Facing Dual Camera Module 2016 teardown reverse cos...Yole Developpement
With its choice of a dual camera, Apple’s innovations include new objectives lens assemblies, new bonding processes and a new type of autofocus
In the iPhone 7 Plus, Apple introduced a new rear camera module. Like its competitors LG and Huawei, they have chosen to integrate a dual camera. The module features two sensors, one closed to the sensor in the previous flagship, and another with a totally new structure.
Competition for the best camera phone was revived by Huawei with its flagship, the P9, using a dual camera. Like the other main players except Samsung, Apple has now introduced a dual camera module. This module integrates two 12 megapixel resolution CMOS Image Sensors (CISs) from Sony, using Exmor-RS Technology. The wide-angle objective lens assembly features an aperture of f/1.8 and a pixel size of 1.22 µm. The telephoto has a pixel size of 1 µm but a smaller aperture of f/2.8.
The iPhone 7 Plus dual camera module, with dimensions of 20.6 x 10.0 x 5.9 mm, is equipped with two sub-modules each including a Sony CIS. The wide-angle module is equipped with an optical image stabilization (OIS) voice coil motor (VCM), while the telephoto only comes with a general VCM. The CISs are assembled using a flip-chip process on a ceramic substrate with a gold stud bumping process.
With this new dual camera module and Sony’s Exmor-RS technology, Apple has innovated its offering in areas including phase detection autofocus (PDAF), its objective lens assembly structure, its sensor, and adopts a second generation of through-silicon vias (TSVs). Surprisingly both logic circuit sensors for controlling PDAF are very similar.
The report includes technology and cost analysis of the iPhone 7 Plus dual camera module. Also, comparisons with the Huawei P9, Samsung Galaxy S7 and iPhone 6S rear camera modules are provided. These comparisons highlight differences in structures, technical choices and manufacturing cost.
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From almost zero to a multi-billion dollar market in three years!
Apple introduced the iPhone 5s in 2013, after acquiring Authentec a year earlier. Since then, fingerprint sensors have been massively adopted, and the volumes of sensors shipped into the consumer market have grown incredibly. At first, the sensors were a convenience and protection feature for unlocking phones. However, they are now shifting into a security feature for online identification and mobile payment in an increasing number of smartphones.
From 23 million units in 2013, 689 million fingerprint sensors for smartphones were sold in 2016. This is an incredible 210% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between 2013 and 2016! The 2016-2022 timeframe will see a more reasonable, but still impressive, 19% CAGR.
Fingerprint sensing is becoming a mandatory feature on every smartphone, adding a lot of value. However such an increase in volume is always followed by strong cost pressure, and this is what has happened over the last three years. The average cost of a fingerprint sensor has decreased from around $5 in 2013 to $3 in 2016, and even less for low-end technologies. And the pressure hasn’t gone away. Current technologies have now reached maturity, and are threatened by new technologies, which need lower cost to gain momentum. This is the case for ultrasonic detection, for instance.
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Sample preparation automation through emerging microfluidic technologies 2015...Yole Developpement
Report’s key features
Overview of current bottlenecks in sample preparation
Specific focus on sample preparation for Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), Single-Cell and Molecular Diagnostics, including point-of-care and trace analysis
Review of reference technologies vs. emerging microfluidic technologies
2015-2020 forecasts for microfluidics for sample preparation in Single-Cell and NGS markets
Market trend analysis
Supply chain analysis and main player map for each application
Business cases on NGS sample prep: microfluidic automation vs. reference solutions, ROI analysis
Proliferation of cameras for imaging and sensing is driving CMOS image sensor (CIS) growth.
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STMicroelectronics’ Near Infrared Camera Sensor in the Apple iPhone X - 2017 ...system_plus
The first NIR camera sensor with multiple innovations based on imager-silicon-oninsulator substrate from SOITEC, supplied and produced by STMicroelectronics for the Apple True Depth Module.
COMPLETE TEARDOWN WITH:
• Detailed photos
• Precise measurements
• Materials analysis
• Manufacturing process flow
• Supply chain evaluation
• Manufacturing cost analysis
• Estimated sales price
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MEMS Fabry-Perot interferometer in a very tiny NIR spectrometer.
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Texas Instruments’ Time of Flight Image Sensor 2017 teardown reverse costing ...Yole Developpement
A look into Texas Instruments’ system-on-chip, including Sony/Softkinetic’s time-of-flight pixel technology, for industrial applications
Today, Time-of-Flight (ToF) systems are among the most innovative technologies offering imaging companies an opportunity to lead the market. Every major player wants to integrate these devices to provide functions such as 3D imaging, proximity sensing, ambient light sensing and gesture recognition.
Sony/Softkinetic has been investigating this technology deeply, providing a unique pixel technology to several image sensor manufacturers in three application areas: consumer, automotive and industrial. For industrial applications, Sony/Softkinetic has licensed its technology to Texas Instruments, which is providing ToF imagers for human detection or robot-human interaction.
The OPT8241 3D ToF imager is packaged using Chip-On-Glass (COG) technology. The device comprises a system-on-chip (SoC) and glass filter in the same component in thin, 0.7 mm-thick, packaging.
This report analyzes the complete component, from the glass near-infrared band-pass filter to the collector based on ToF pixel licenses developed by Sony/Softkinetic and adapted by Texas Instruments. The report includes a complete cost analysis and price estimation of the device based on a detailed description of the package, and the ToF imager.
It also features a complete ToF pixel technology comparison with the Infineon/pmd, STMicroelectronics and Melexis automotive ToF imagers, which are all also based on Sony/Softkinetic technology, with details on the companies’ design choices.
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FLIR Boson – a small, innovative,low power, smart thermal camera core 2017 te...Yole Developpement
An infrared camera with a powerful vision processor in a small package, using a new 12μm microbolometer.
Based on a high definition ISC1406L micro-bolometer, the FLIR Boson thermal camera aims at a wide range of markets: military, drones, automotive, security and firefighting. Thanks to sound technological and economic choices, the microbolometer offers very good performance in definition and frame rate at low cost. The camera core’s economical approach involves new lens technology and sophisticated vision processing from Intel/Movidius to power its infrared vision.
The FLIR Boson camera core occupies only 4.9cm3 without its lens, including a 320x256 pixel microbolometer and an advanced processor. The system is made very compact and easy for integrators to handle. It includes a new chalcogenide glass for the lens and a powerful Vision Processing Unit for the first time.
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pmd/Infineon’s 3D Indirect Time-of-Flight in LG G8 ThinQsystem_plus
World-first Front Facing 3D Indirect ToF camera in the LG G8 ThinQ smartphone, with NIR 3D Camera and flood illuminator.
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Deep analysis of the latest generation of under-display optical fingerprint sensors using micro-optics.
Reverse Costing - Structure, process and cost report by System Plus Consulting - find more here: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/goodixs-ultra-thin-optical-in-display-fingerprint/
Autoliv’s 3rd Generation Automotive Night Vision Camera with FLIR’s ISC0901 M...Yole Developpement
Infrared camera and electronic control unit for advanced driver assistance systems based on FLIR night vision imaging technology
Based on a high definition ISC0901 microbolometer from FLIR, the Autoliv night vision infrared camera targets the high-end automotive market using two FLIR cores. Based on the solid first design from 2009, the microbolometer offers better performance in definition and frame rate. The camera also embraces the quality approach with a complex optical system and powers its night vision using sophisticated numerical processing based on an Altera field-programmable gate array (FPGA) and custom algorithm.
The Autoliv night vision camera consists of two modules, the camera and a remote processing unit. The system is made very compact and easy to integrate for car makers.
The ISC0901 thermal camera uses FLIR’s 17µm pixel design, optimized for automotive applications. Based on vanadium oxide technology, the ISC0901 microbolometer features a 336x256 resolution wafer level package, achieving an incredibly compact design.
The ISC0901 is the automotive version of a surveillance microbolometer. By using wafer level package technology to encapsulate the microbolometer FLIR offers the best price performance ratio.
This report is divided into two parts, one focused on the microbolometer and the second on the other systems. It is based on a complete teardown analysis of the night vision camera and the associated electronic control unit. Using this, it provides the bill-of-material (BOM) and manufacturing cost of the infrared camera. The report also offers a complete physical analysis and manufacturing cost estimate of the infrared module, including the lens module and the microbolometer itself.
The report’s final component is a comparison between the characteristics of the FLIR ISC0901, FLIR Lepton 3 and the PICO384P from ULIS. The comparison highlights differences in technical choices made by the companies.
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Synaptics’ Under-Display Fingerprint Scanner Inside the VIVO X21 UD Smartphonesystem_plus
Optical fingerprint technology allows integration behind the display.
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Yole Intel RealSense 3D camera module and STM IR laser 2015 teardown reverse ...Yole Developpement
INNOVATIVE 3D CAMERA FOR FACIAL ANALYSIS AND HAND/FINGER TRACKING, BASED ON RESONANT MICRO-MIRROR, IR LASER, VISIBLE AND NEAR INFRARED IMAGE SENSORS.
Intel RealSense is an intelligent 3D camera equipped with a system of three components: a conventional camera, a near infrared image sensor and an infrared laser projector. Infrared parts are used to calculate the distance between objects, but also to separate objects on different planes. They serve for facial recognition as well as gestures tracking.
The Intel 3D camera can scan the environment from 0.2m to 1.2m. The fixed-focal length camera will support up to 1080p @30FPS capture in RGB with a 77° FOV. Its lens has a built in IR cut filter. The 640x480 pixel VGA camera has a frame rate up to 60fps with a 90° FOV, moreover its lens has an IR Band Pass filter.
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ZF S-Cam 4 – Forward Automotive Mono and Tri Camera for Advanced Driver Assis...system_plus
Fourth generation of the S-Cam family from the leading ADAS camera player.
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First plasmonic filter sensor for consumer devices could disrupt optical applications.
The NSP32-V1 from NanoLambda is the world’s smallest optical spectrometer, and the first such device for Internet-of-Things and handheld devices. It could enable everyday analysis of food and water, color measurement, health monitoring and pollution detection. The data measured by the NSP32-V1 is the same output format as conventional optical spectrum analyzers, which facilitates the use of this device without creating a new database.
The NSP32-V1 spectrometer uses a 1024 pixel, 32 x 32, nano-optical filter array to measure the light spectrum, based on a technological breakthrough, the plasmonic filter. This is a metal film perforated with subwavelength hole arrays. It is manufactured within the metal layer of the silicon die, giving a monolithic solution.
The 100μm-high sensor die is assembled in an advanced ball grid array (BGA) package with an optical window for only 500μm height. The other optical parts, the lens and the diffuser, are assembled in a 5.7mm-high module. The module is very small overall, at just 6mm x 6mm x 5.3mm.
Based on a complete teardown analysis of the NSP32-V1 nano-spectrometer, the report provides a complete physical analysis and manufacturing cost estimate of the die and the packaging, including the lens module.
The report also includes a comparison between the characteristics of the NSP32-V1 and the SCIO molecular sensor from Consumer Physics. The comparison highlights differences in technical choices made by the companies and their impacts on the process flow and manufacturing cost.
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A PTFE-free radar, with single receive-transmit MMIC based on TowerJazz’s SiGe CMOS technology, for the first time associated with a phased array antenna.
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The ARS4-A is a 77 GHz radar sensor offering simultaneous long and short range detection
The Continental ARS4-A Radar is designed for forward collision warning, emergency brake assist, collision mitigation system or Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). A special feature of the device is the simultaneous measurement of long distances, up to 250m with +/-0.2m accuracy, and short range, up to 70m, relative velocity and angle between two objects. It is thus able to detect stationary objects without any camera support.
The system integrates two electronic boards including an NXP Semiconductor microcontroller and Broadcom Ethernet transceiver. The radio-frequency (RF) board is manufactured with an asymmetric structure using a hybrid PTFE/FR4 substrate and is equipped with planar antennas.
The NXP Semiconductor multi-channel 77 GHz radar transceiver chipset, composed of four receivers, two transmitters and an associated voltage controlled oscillator (VCO), is used as high-frequency transmitter and receiver. The RF dies are packaged in redistributed chip package (RCP) fan-out wafer level packages initially developed and manufactured by Freescale.
Based on a complete teardown analysis of the Continental radar, the report provides the bill-of-material (BOM) and the manufacturing cost of the radar sensor.
A complete physical analysis and manufacturing cost estimation of the NXP semiconductor monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs) is available in a separate report.
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SCiO Molecular Sensor from Consumer Physics: Mobile Spectrometer Dongle - tea...Yole Developpement
The world’s first pocket-sized molecular sensor that can be integrated into consumer smartphones
For a long time, spectral analysis of materials has been limited to academic research. Everyday application of this type of analysis could bring new interactions in areas including food, fitness and medication. Starting with a crowdfunding campaign, and following the path of companies like FLIR, Consumer Physics, which was formerly Verifood Ltd., has created the first dongle molecular sensor, the SCiO Spectrometer. Thanks to big data and cloud technology, the dongle spectrometer claims to take the spectral fingerprint of any substance and quantify or identify any compound.
Consumer Physics is the first to bring spectrometry to consumers. Unlike other spectrometers, Consumer Physics produces a very simple package based on a tiny spectrometer head, with an area of 13 mm x 19 mm.
The SCiO Spectrometer integrates a 1.2 M pixel monochromatic CMOS image sensor from ON Semiconductor, a white LED from OSRAM and a bespoke filter/lens array. The LED is coupled to a reflector in the illumination module, which shines light on the analyzed substance, whose molecules absorb specific wavelengths. The received light in the spectrometer module is filtered and broken up into different wavelengths by the various lenses. Finally, the image sensor gives an instant response from the analyzed substance.
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Aptiv’s Third Generation of 77 GHz-Based Short-Range Radar (SRR3)system_plus
The first highly integrated 77 GHz short range radar sensor for advanced driver assistance systems with a single receive-transmit MMIC bare die from Infineon found on the market.
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LeddarVu8: The first off-the-shelf solid state high-definition LiDAR module f...Yole Developpement
LeddarTech’s new LiDAR has no moving parts, giving it the smallest form factor while integrating the latest innovations in LiDAR technology
The light detection and ranging principle and technology, also known as LiDAR, is used in a wide spectrum of applications. With upcoming autonomous or “self-driving” cars, LiDAR technology is being considered for one option for the “eyes” of such vehicles. However, existing systems do not match the challenging reliability, compactness and cost-efficiency specifications of the automotive world.
Based on “LeddarCore” components, Leddartech has developed LeddarVu8, a compact solid-state LiDAR without mechanical movement that provides highly accurate multi-target detection over eight independent segments. It detects targets at up to 215 m range despite its tiny size of 70 mm x 35 mm x 46 mm and weighing only 75 grams. The LeddarVu8 delivers nearly twice the range for half the volume compared to the previous version.
These qualities qualify the LeddarVu8 as a candidate for advanced driver assistance, replacing the radar. With its adjustable and interchangeable optics module, the LeddarVu8 can also be interesting for other applications, such as traffic management, speed enforcement, heavy-duty equipment collision warning, navigation, liquid level sensing and bulk volume measurements.
The light is emitted by Excelitas’ tri-stacked emitting edge laser diode of 75W and received by a photodiode array. The two components are designed for large volume markets and some innovations reduce their usually high cost. This first automotive version of the LeddarVu8 shows the full potential of this technology to go under the $100 barrier.
This report presents the full system manufacturing and packaging processes for the LeddarVu8 as well as the physical analysis of the two main optical components, the laser diode and the photodiode. An estimation of the manufacturing cost and selling price is included.
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An ultrasonic sensor in a compact housing, with 20-450cm detection range.
Ultrasonic transducers are used in vehicles as parking assistance. The ultrasonic transducer sends out short ultrasonic impulses which are reflected by barriers. The echo signals are registered by the sensor and are evaluated by a central control unit.
This ultrasonic parking sensor from Bosch is very compact with its very few components meaning it is manufactured at low cost. The sensor is made with one electronic board, including a Bosch transceiver integrated circuit (IC) that drives the output of the Epcos/TDK transformer and evaluates the reflected signal. The transducer itself is made of a lead zirconate titanate (PZT) membrane and silver electrodes.
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Deep analysis of the 400Gb optical transceiver from a leading Chinese company.
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Triple Forward Camera from Tesla Model 3system_plus
Complete analysis of the main sensing part of the Tesla‘s autopilot system.
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Fingerprint Cards’ FPC1268 in the Huawei Mate 9 Pro & P10 series 2017 teardow...Yole Developpement
The world’s first capacitive fingerprint successfully integrated under glass, in collaboration with TPK
Fingerprint Cards AB (FPC), a leader in capacitive fingerprint technology, has over the last year equipped a large number of smartphones worldwide. One of its biggest clients, Huawei, traditionally integrates the latest technology in its flagship model every year. With the integration of the FPC1268 in the Huawei Mate 9 Pro and the Huawei P10 series, FPC has introduced a new kind of capacitive fingerprint integration: one that can be successfully integrated under glass. This technology, developed in collaboration with TPK, aims to be the new low-cost solution for fingerprint scanner integration.
Following the Mate 9 Pro, the Huawei P10 is the latest smartphone to feature the capacitive fingerprint completely hidden behind the cover glass. The sensor is located under the home button in the device’s front, under a unique TPK-developed glass cover that allows for new, highly attractive designs like the ultrasonic fingerprint.
Using the same process as FPC’s previous flagship product, the 1025, the integration no longer requires wire bonding but instead a specific TSV designed by an identified OSAT and based on Tessera’s WLCSP solution. While previously used for CIS integration, this is the first time it has been used for fingerprint. Along with the ASIC, the fingerprint is integrated into an LGA package which is soldered on a flex PCB and covered by TPK’s specially-designed glass.
Thanks to conductive layers, TPK’s solution allows for the precise detection and identification of the fingerprint under glass. Everything is packaged in a metal ring that forms part of the home button.
This report provides a complete analysis of chip fabrication and package processes, along with a cost estimate. Also included is a comparison with FPC’s previous capacitive fingerprint generation, the FPC1025, and Qualcomm’s new ultrasonic fingerprint, the Sense ID.
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Similar to Orbbec’s Front 3D Depth Sensing System in the Oppo Find X (20)
First self-made SoC for advanced driving in Tesla Driver Assist Autopilot 3.0
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SPR21610 - Vitesco Technologies Power Module in Jaguar I-PACE Invertersystem_plus
Multiple optimized packaging innovations for this automotive power module from Vitesco Technologies.
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Technical and cost overview of the evolution of radio frequency front-end module technologies integrated in 5G mmWave and Sub-6 GHz Phones.
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Technical and cost overview of the evolution of the radio frequency front-end module technologies integrated in the Apple iPhone series from 2016 - 2020.
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Deep dive analysis of the fourth generation of mid/high band front-end module for 4G and 5G from Broadcom.
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Apple iPhone 12 series mmWave 5G Chipset and Antennasystem_plus
A study of the complete first generation of the 5G millimeter-wave chipset for Apple’s phones including custom antenna, front-end module and antenna-on-package.
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NVIDIA’s new generation Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) with TSMC CoWoS, 40GB Samsung HBM2, 2.5D and 3D packaging.
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EPC’s 70 V ePower stage with separate and independent high and low side control inputs.
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Microsoft - Holographic Lens from Hololens 2system_plus
See-through holographic display for mixed reality smartglasses.
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Cost-effective 1 mm2 miniature camera with customizable wafer-level optics for endoscopy and novel medical imaging devices.
More information : https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/ams-naneye-mini-camera/
Discover Axis’s high-end product integrating its latest ARTPEC-7 in-house system-on-chip dedicated to network video and machine learning capabilities.
More information : https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/axis-p1375-e-network-camera/
Hikvision Intelligent Thermal Network Camera (DS-2TD2166-15 V1)system_plus
Dig deep into Hikvision’s AI-powered thermal network camera for security applications.
More information: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/hikvision-intelligent-thermal-network-camera-ds-2td2166-15-v1/
The first 600V system-in-package half-bridge driver from STMicroelectronics integrating two GaN-based HEMTs.
More information: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/stmicroelectronics-mastergan1-half-bridge-driver/
Physical and cost analysis of Micron’s fifth-generation low-power DRAM memory.
More information: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/micron-lpddr5-12gb-mobile-memory/
In-depth physical and cost analysis of Samsung’s ‘1y-nm’ low power DRAM.
More information: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/samsung-lpddr5-12gb-mobile-memory/
Safran Colibrys MS1010 and MEMSIC MXA2500M High-End Accelerometerssystem_plus
Detailed technology and cost analysis of the high-end single-axis and dual-axis accelerometers integrated in the STIM318 IMU.
More information: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/safran-colibrys-ms1010-and-memsic-mxa2500m-high-end-accelerometers/
Sensonor STIM318 Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)system_plus
Newest IMU with 9-axis detection and gyro bias instability of 0.3°/h from Sensonor.
More information: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/sensonor-stim318-inertial-measurement-unit-imu/
Hamamatsu Photodiode and Laser in Livox’s Horizon LiDARsystem_plus
Analysis of the six channels and 905nm pulsed laser and photodiode from Hamamatsu, in Livox’s LiDAR for automotive ADAS.
More information: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/hamamatsu-photodiode-and-laser-in-livox-horizon-lidar/
Everspin’s Spin Transfer Torque MRAM with perpendicular magnetic tunnel junction.
More information: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/everspin-emd3d256m-sttmram-memory/
World’s first 76-81 GHz automotive single-chip radar in a System-on-Chip device with integrated Antenna-in-Package using Fan-Out packaging technology.
Reverse Costing - Structure, process and cost report by System Plus Consulting - find more here: https://www.systemplus.fr/reverse-costing-reports/mediatek-autus-r10-mt2706-77-79-ghz-ewlbaip-radar-chipset/
Epistemic Interaction - tuning interfaces to provide information for AI supportAlan Dix
Paper presented at SYNERGY workshop at AVI 2024, Genoa, Italy. 3rd June 2024
https://alandix.com/academic/papers/synergy2024-epistemic/
As machine learning integrates deeper into human-computer interactions, the concept of epistemic interaction emerges, aiming to refine these interactions to enhance system adaptability. This approach encourages minor, intentional adjustments in user behaviour to enrich the data available for system learning. This paper introduces epistemic interaction within the context of human-system communication, illustrating how deliberate interaction design can improve system understanding and adaptation. Through concrete examples, we demonstrate the potential of epistemic interaction to significantly advance human-computer interaction by leveraging intuitive human communication strategies to inform system design and functionality, offering a novel pathway for enriching user-system engagements.
DevOps and Testing slides at DASA ConnectKari Kakkonen
My and Rik Marselis slides at 30.5.2024 DASA Connect conference. We discuss about what is testing, then what is agile testing and finally what is Testing in DevOps. Finally we had lovely workshop with the participants trying to find out different ways to think about quality and testing in different parts of the DevOps infinity loop.
In his public lecture, Christian Timmerer provides insights into the fascinating history of video streaming, starting from its humble beginnings before YouTube to the groundbreaking technologies that now dominate platforms like Netflix and ORF ON. Timmerer also presents provocative contributions of his own that have significantly influenced the industry. He concludes by looking at future challenges and invites the audience to join in a discussion.
Why You Should Replace Windows 11 with Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 for enhanced perfor...SOFTTECHHUB
The choice of an operating system plays a pivotal role in shaping our computing experience. For decades, Microsoft's Windows has dominated the market, offering a familiar and widely adopted platform for personal and professional use. However, as technological advancements continue to push the boundaries of innovation, alternative operating systems have emerged, challenging the status quo and offering users a fresh perspective on computing.
One such alternative that has garnered significant attention and acclaim is Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, a sleek, powerful, and user-friendly Linux distribution that promises to redefine the way we interact with our devices. With its focus on performance, security, and customization, Nitrux Linux presents a compelling case for those seeking to break free from the constraints of proprietary software and embrace the freedom and flexibility of open-source computing.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 4DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 4. In this session, we will cover Test Manager overview along with SAP heatmap.
The UiPath Test Manager overview with SAP heatmap webinar offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of the role of a Test Manager within SAP environments, coupled with the utilization of heatmaps for effective testing strategies.
Participants will gain insights into the responsibilities, challenges, and best practices associated with test management in SAP projects. Additionally, the webinar delves into the significance of heatmaps as a visual aid for identifying testing priorities, areas of risk, and resource allocation within SAP landscapes. Through this session, attendees can expect to enhance their understanding of test management principles while learning practical approaches to optimize testing processes in SAP environments using heatmap visualization techniques
What will you get from this session?
1. Insights into SAP testing best practices
2. Heatmap utilization for testing
3. Optimization of testing processes
4. Demo
Topics covered:
Execution from the test manager
Orchestrator execution result
Defect reporting
SAP heatmap example with demo
Speaker:
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
Threats to mobile devices are more prevalent and increasing in scope and complexity. Users of mobile devices desire to take full advantage of the features
available on those devices, but many of the features provide convenience and capability but sacrifice security. This best practices guide outlines steps the users can take to better protect personal devices and information.
GDG Cloud Southlake #33: Boule & Rebala: Effective AppSec in SDLC using Deplo...James Anderson
Effective Application Security in Software Delivery lifecycle using Deployment Firewall and DBOM
The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
Robert Boule is a technology enthusiast with PASSION for technology and making things work along with a knack for helping others understand how things work. He comes with around 20 years of solution engineering experience in application security, software continuous delivery, and SaaS platforms. He is known for his dynamic presentations in CI/CD and application security integrated in software delivery lifecycle.
Gopinath Rebala
Gopinath Rebala is the CTO of OpsMx, where he has overall responsibility for the machine learning and data processing architectures for Secure Software Delivery. Gopi also has a strong connection with our customers, leading design and architecture for strategic implementations. Gopi is a frequent speaker and well-known leader in continuous delivery and integrating security into software delivery.
Dr. Sean Tan, Head of Data Science, Changi Airport Group
Discover how Changi Airport Group (CAG) leverages graph technologies and generative AI to revolutionize their search capabilities. This session delves into the unique search needs of CAG’s diverse passengers and customers, showcasing how graph data structures enhance the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated search results, mitigating the risk of “hallucinations” and improving the overall customer journey.
Elevating Tactical DDD Patterns Through Object CalisthenicsDorra BARTAGUIZ
After immersing yourself in the blue book and its red counterpart, attending DDD-focused conferences, and applying tactical patterns, you're left with a crucial question: How do I ensure my design is effective? Tactical patterns within Domain-Driven Design (DDD) serve as guiding principles for creating clear and manageable domain models. However, achieving success with these patterns requires additional guidance. Interestingly, we've observed that a set of constraints initially designed for training purposes remarkably aligns with effective pattern implementation, offering a more ‘mechanical’ approach. Let's explore together how Object Calisthenics can elevate the design of your tactical DDD patterns, offering concrete help for those venturing into DDD for the first time!
SAP Sapphire 2024 - ASUG301 building better apps with SAP Fiori.pdfPeter Spielvogel
Building better applications for business users with SAP Fiori.
• What is SAP Fiori and why it matters to you
• How a better user experience drives measurable business benefits
• How to get started with SAP Fiori today
• How SAP Fiori elements accelerates application development
• How SAP Build Code includes SAP Fiori tools and other generative artificial intelligence capabilities
• How SAP Fiori paves the way for using AI in SAP apps
Pushing the limits of ePRTC: 100ns holdover for 100 daysAdtran
At WSTS 2024, Alon Stern explored the topic of parametric holdover and explained how recent research findings can be implemented in real-world PNT networks to achieve 100 nanoseconds of accuracy for up to 100 days.
Observability Concepts EVERY Developer Should Know -- DeveloperWeek Europe.pdfPaige Cruz
Monitoring and observability aren’t traditionally found in software curriculums and many of us cobble this knowledge together from whatever vendor or ecosystem we were first introduced to and whatever is a part of your current company’s observability stack.
While the dev and ops silo continues to crumble….many organizations still relegate monitoring & observability as the purview of ops, infra and SRE teams. This is a mistake - achieving a highly observable system requires collaboration up and down the stack.
I, a former op, would like to extend an invitation to all application developers to join the observability party will share these foundational concepts to build on:
Alt. GDG Cloud Southlake #33: Boule & Rebala: Effective AppSec in SDLC using ...James Anderson
Effective Application Security in Software Delivery lifecycle using Deployment Firewall and DBOM
The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
Robert Boule is a technology enthusiast with PASSION for technology and making things work along with a knack for helping others understand how things work. He comes with around 20 years of solution engineering experience in application security, software continuous delivery, and SaaS platforms. He is known for his dynamic presentations in CI/CD and application security integrated in software delivery lifecycle.
Gopinath Rebala
Gopinath Rebala is the CTO of OpsMx, where he has overall responsibility for the machine learning and data processing architectures for Secure Software Delivery. Gopi also has a strong connection with our customers, leading design and architecture for strategic implementations. Gopi is a frequent speaker and well-known leader in continuous delivery and integrating security into software delivery.
Securing your Kubernetes cluster_ a step-by-step guide to success !KatiaHIMEUR1
Today, after several years of existence, an extremely active community and an ultra-dynamic ecosystem, Kubernetes has established itself as the de facto standard in container orchestration. Thanks to a wide range of managed services, it has never been so easy to set up a ready-to-use Kubernetes cluster.
However, this ease of use means that the subject of security in Kubernetes is often left for later, or even neglected. This exposes companies to significant risks.
In this talk, I'll show you step-by-step how to secure your Kubernetes cluster for greater peace of mind and reliability.
Transcript: Selling digital books in 2024: Insights from industry leaders - T...BookNet Canada
The publishing industry has been selling digital audiobooks and ebooks for over a decade and has found its groove. What’s changed? What has stayed the same? Where do we go from here? Join a group of leading sales peers from across the industry for a conversation about the lessons learned since the popularization of digital books, best practices, digital book supply chain management, and more.
Link to video recording: https://bnctechforum.ca/sessions/selling-digital-books-in-2024-insights-from-industry-leaders/
Presented by BookNet Canada on May 28, 2024, with support from the Department of Canadian Heritage.
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