B&R's entry into the machine vision market is led by two camera variants: Smart Sensor and Smart Camera. With an extensive selection of sensors, lenses and software functions, B&R solves a wide range of complex machine vision applications.

Smart Sensor is designed to implement a single machine vision functionality, such as QR code reading or position detection. Unlike many other devices in its class, there is no need to install dedicated hardware for each function. Instead, the user simply configures the desired Smart Sensor function in the Automation Studio engineering tool. OEMs only have to stock a single camera type and are nevertheless able to support a wide range of applications.

Scalable hardware
In cases where more than one functionality is required, it is no problem to switch to the more powerful Smart Camera. The existing application software, parameters and models can continue to be used. Whichever camera type is selected, installation could hardly be easier: Simply hook the camera up to the machine network, and it automatically obtains all the settings it needs from the controller.

Full flexibility
If desired and enabled in the user management system, all variables and parameters can also be adjusted in real time during operation. It's also possible to add new models for object recognition or code types and other search criteria at runtime.

Both camera types feature multi-core processors and integrated FPGA image preprocessing. This enables sophisticated functions such as text recognition based on deep learning algorithms.

Parameter Name	Parameter Value
Applications	machine vision
Technology	digital
Function	detection
Spectrum	visible
Other characteristics	smart