Abstract
A detailed assessment of the emerging trends in the field of machine vision systems.
Table of Contents
1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- Scope and Methodology
- Scope of Research
- Research Methodology
- Highlights and Key Findings
- Overview of Machine Vision Technologies
- Key Findings and Innovations
2 MACHINE VISION SYSTEMS--TECHNOLOGY AND APPLICATIONS VIEWPOINT
- Technology Primer - Advanced Machine Vision Techniques
- Machine Vision Components and Architectures
- Major Machine Vision Applications
- Technology and Application Trends
- Miniaturization and Cost Reduction
- Expansion of Machine Vision to New Applications
- Development of Machine Vision Industry in China
- Integration of Vision Systems--High Innovation Rates
3 TECHNOLOGY IMPACT AND ADOPTION FACTORS ANALYSIS
- Analysis of Technology Drivers
- Escalating Standards in Manufacturing Automation
- Technological Advancement in Machine Vision Components
- Compliance to Regulatory Standards
- Reliability Throughput and Efficiency
- Reduction of Cost of Quality and Liability
- Analysis of Technology Challenges
- Operator Training and Deployment Process
- Hassles During Upgradation
- Reluctance to Accept New Technology
4 ASSESSMENT OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATIONS ACROSS MACHINE VISION SECTORS
- Developments and Innovations in Companies
- Vision-Based Robotic Guidance Technologies
- 3D Machine Vision Systems and Solutions
- Gigabit Ethernet Standard for Machine Vision
- Vision Systems for Solar Cell Manufacturing
- Illumination Technologies for Machine Vision
- Industrial Vision Camera Technologies
- Vision Systems for Automotive and Manufacturing Applications
- Research and Development
- Machine vision for semiconductors and nanotechnology
- Research for Food Industry and Agriculture
- Machine Vision Systems for the Mining Industry
5 FUTURE OUTLOOK FOR MACHINE VISION TECHNOLOGIES
- Assessment of Machine Vision Technologies
- Analyst Insights
- Industry and Academic Research Trends
- Technology and Applications Foresight
- Technology Roadmap
- Evolution of Applications
6 DIRECTORY OF KEY PATENTS AND CONTACTS
- Selected Patents
- Patents from North America
- Patents from Other Regions
- Key Industry Participants
- Corporate Sector
- Academic Research
7 DECISION SUPPORT DATABASE
- Decision Support Database
- Number of Manufacturing Establishments in North America (1999-2009)
- World New Car Production (2002-2012)
- World Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment Market (2002 to 2012)
- World Consumer Electronics Contribution to the Electronics Industry (2002 to 2012)
