Stereo Vision Technology for Industrial Automation: Teledyne FLIR IIS Unveils Bumblebee® X Series

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Teledyne FLIR's latest innovation in stereo vision, the Bumblebee® X series
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Sadiq Panjwani, General Manager at Teledyne FLIR IIS (Image Credits: Sadiq Panjwani/LinkedIn)

Teledyne FLIR IIS, a Teledyne Technologies company announce the launch of its latest innovation in stereo vision, the Bumblebee® X series. This new advanced stereo vision solution is a culmination of over 25 years of industry-leading expertise, building on the renowned Triclops® and Digiclops® legacy from Point Grey Research. Bumblebee® X, along with the Spinnaker® 3D software, forms a full-featured stereo vision system designed for sophisticated applications such as warehouse automation, robotics guidance, and logistics.

Sadiq Panjwani, General Manager at Teledyne FLIR IIS, expressed his excitement about the new product launch: “We’re thrilled to announce the release of Bumblebee X, our latest solution crafted for the complex depth sensing demands of modern industries. Combining our profound heritage in stereo vision with valuable customer feedback, we’ve engineered a product that promises unparalleled accuracy and real-time performance, making it an ideal choice for diverse factory and warehouse environments.”

Bumblebee X addresses the growing demand for an integrated and real-time stereo vision solution. With its 24 cm baseline stereo vision featuring 3 MP sensors, the system is factory calibrated to deliver high precision and low latency for applications that require swift response times, such as autonomous mobile robots and various automation tasks in material handling.

Key Features of the Bumblebee X series include:

  • A robust IP67 industrial-rated vision system with options for color or monochrome sensors, varying fields of view, and 1GigE or 5GigE PoE connectivity.
  • Advanced onboard processing that generates depth maps and color data, enabling precise point cloud conversion and colorization.
  • Compatibility with external pattern projectors and the synchronization of multiple systems for enhanced 3D depth accuracy.
  • A comprehensive software library complete with articles, example codes, and support for Windows, Linux, and the Robotics Operating System (ROS).

For more information about the capabilities of Bumblebee X and to place an order request, which will be available by the end of Q2 2024, please visit Teledyne FLIR website.

Bumblebee X to Debut Live Demonstration at Automate 2024

Furthermore, Teledyne FLIR IIS extends an invitation to witness Bumblebee X’s first live demonstration at Automate 2024. Attendees can experience this groundbreaking technology firsthand at Booth #636 from May 6-9, 2024. Teledyne FLIR IIS, a branch of the prominent Teledyne Technologies, specializes in providing advanced imaging solutions that propel productivity and innovation across sectors. With a focus on machine vision, spherical, and stereo-imaging technologies, Teledyne FLIR IIS serves an extensive range of industries with applications in industrial, medical, geospatial, and robotics markets.

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