Industrial camera and industrial production line detection system

Abstract

The invention discloses an industrial camera and an industrial production line detection system, and the industrial camera comprises an acquisition module which is used for achieving image acquisition; the trigger module is used for generating a trigger signal; the first camera interface is used for connecting first equipment; wherein the first camera interface is electrically connected with the acquisition module and the trigger module respectively, so that the first camera interface simultaneously realizes the access of a power supply and the output of a trigger signal. The industrial camera and the industrial production line detection system have the beneficial effects that the industrial camera triggers the auxiliary equipment through the industrial camera, so that the construction difficulty and the line interference are reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of industrial detection technology, and more specifically, to an industrial camera and an industrial production line detection system. Background Art

[0002] In the field of industrial vision, industrial cameras are widely used in scenarios such as automated inspection, quality control, and high-precision measurement.

[0003] To ensure that industrial cameras can capture clear and accurate images in different scenarios, light sources and other equipment are indispensable auxiliary equipment.

[0004] In the related art, industrial cameras and auxiliary equipment are respectively connected to separate power supplies and controllers to coordinate their work.

[0005] However, this not only requires the configuration of an additional power supply or controller when building an industrial production line system, but also, for higher acquisition frequencies, the separate connections between the controller and the industrial camera and auxiliary equipment are prone to signal delays and interference. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The content of this application is used to briefly introduce concepts that will be described in detail in the detailed description section below. The content of this application is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the technical solution for which protection is sought, nor is it intended to limit the scope of the technical solution for which protection is sought.

[0007] Some embodiments of the present application propose an industrial camera and an industrial production line detection system to solve the technical problems mentioned in the above background technology section.

[0008] As a first aspect of the present application, some embodiments of the present application provide an industrial camera, including: an acquisition module for realizing image acquisition; a trigger module for generating a trigger signal; a first camera interface for connecting to a first device; wherein, the first camera interface is electrically connected to the acquisition module and the trigger module respectively, so that the first camera interface can simultaneously realize power supply access and trigger signal output.

[0009] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the industrial camera further includes: a control module, configured to control the acquisition module and the trigger module; wherein the control module is electrically connected to the acquisition module and the trigger module, respectively.

[0010] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the control module is used to adjust the trigger signal output by the trigger module according to the image captured by the acquisition module.

[0011] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the industrial camera also includes: a second camera interface for connecting to a second device; wherein, the second camera interface is electrically connected to the control module so that the second camera interface realizes the communication connection between the control module and the second device.

[0012] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the industrial camera further includes: a posture module for generating posture data of the industrial camera; wherein, the posture module is electrically connected to the control module so that the control module outputs the posture data externally through the first camera interface or the second camera interface.

[0013] As a second aspect of the present application, some embodiments of the present application provide an industrial production line detection system, comprising: a first device and the industrial production line detection system as described above; wherein, the first device forms a direct electrical connection with the industrial camera, so that the industrial camera directly triggers the working state of the first device.

[0014] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the first device includes: a first device interface for connecting the industrial camera; a functional device for implementing the main function of the first device; wherein the first device interface is electrically connected to the functional device so that the industrial camera supplies power to and controls the functional device.

[0015] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the industrial production line detection system further includes: a second device for establishing a communication connection with the industrial camera.

[0016] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the second device includes: a second device interface for connecting to the industrial camera; wherein, the second device writes or reads data to the industrial camera through the communication connection between the second device interface and the industrial camera.

[0017] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the functional device is configured as a lighting device.

[0018] The beneficial effect of the present application is that it provides an industrial camera and industrial production line detection system that triggers auxiliary equipment through the industrial camera itself, thereby reducing the difficulty of construction and line interference.

[0019] More specifically, some embodiments of the present application may produce the following specific beneficial effects: Industrial cameras share power with auxiliary equipment, which simplifies device configuration and wiring connections, and reduces energy consumption and hardware costs.

[0020] The industrial camera has a built-in trigger module that directly uses the camera's trigger signal to drive auxiliary devices, eliminating the need for a separate controller and achieving high synchronization effects.

[0021] Industrial cameras provide a programmable expansion interface, allowing users to customize the control logic of auxiliary equipment according to detection requirements.

[0022] The built-in gesture module of the industrial camera can assist in the deployment of the industrial camera and perform calibration or alarm during inspection. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] The drawings constituting a part of this application are used to provide a further understanding of this application and make other features, purposes and advantages of this application more apparent. The drawings and descriptions of the exemplary embodiments of this application are used to explain this application and do not constitute an improper limitation on this application.

[0024] In addition, throughout the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals represent the same or similar elements. It should be understood that the drawings are schematic and that the elements and components are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0025] In the attached figure: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the physical structure of an industrial production line detection system according to an embodiment of the present application; Figure 2 is based on Figure 1 The schematic diagram of the industrial production line detection system shown in FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure after removing part of the structure; Figure 3 is based on Figure 1 The schematic diagram of the industrial production line detection system shown is a structural diagram after removing another part of the structure; Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of an industrial camera according to an embodiment of the present application; Figure 5 yes Figure 4 The structural diagram of the industrial camera shown is viewed from another angle; Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of an industrial camera according to an embodiment of the present application; Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of a first device according to an embodiment of the present application; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the module architecture of an industrial production line detection system according to an embodiment of the present application; Figure 9 Schematic diagram of the triggering principle of an industrial camera according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0026] The meaning of the reference numerals in the figures: 10. Industrial production line inspection system; 100. First device; 110. First device interface; 200. Second device; 220. Second device interface; 300. Industrial camera; 301. First camera interface; 302. Second camera interface; 303. Housing; 304. Lens assembly; 400. Mounting bracket; 500. Loading platform; Q, MOS tube. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] Embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although certain embodiments of the present disclosure are shown in the accompanying drawings, it should be understood that the present disclosure can be implemented in various forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the present disclosure. It should be understood that the drawings and embodiments of the present disclosure are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present disclosure.

[0028] It should also be noted that, for ease of description, only the parts related to the invention are shown in the drawings. In the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present disclosure may be combined with each other.

[0029] It should be noted that the concepts of "first" and "second" mentioned in this disclosure are only used to distinguish different devices, modules or units, and are not used to limit the order or interdependence of the functions performed by these devices, modules or units.

[0030] It should be noted that the modifications of "one" and "multiple" mentioned in the present disclosure are illustrative rather than restrictive, and those skilled in the art should understand that unless otherwise clearly indicated in the context, they should be understood as "one or more".

[0031] The names of the messages or information exchanged between multiple devices in the embodiments of the present disclosure are only used for illustrative purposes and are not used to limit the scope of these messages or information.

[0032] The present disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in conjunction with embodiments.

[0033] Reference Figures 1 to 7 As shown, the industrial production line detection system 10 of the present application includes: a first device 100, a second device 200, an industrial camera 300, a mounting bracket 400 and a loading platform 500.

[0034] Industrial camera 300 includes a housing 303, an image sensor, a first camera interface 301, and a second camera interface 302. The image sensor is located inside housing 303, while the first camera interface 301 is located outside of housing 303. The first camera interface 301 includes a power supply terminal and a signal terminal. The power supply terminal is used to output power, while the signal terminal is used to output a trigger signal. The signal terminal is electrically connected to the image sensor so that the trigger signal output by the signal terminal is linked to the image sensor's image acquisition operation. The power supply of industrial camera 300 can be connected to the industrial camera 300 through the first camera interface 301 or the second camera interface 302.

[0035] In some embodiments of the present application, the industrial camera 300 further includes a lens assembly 304 . The lens assembly 304 is at least partially disposed outside the housing 303 . The lens assembly 304 and the first camera interface 301 are disposed at opposite ends of the housing 303 .

[0036] In some embodiments of the present application, the industrial camera 300 further includes: a controller, which is used to control the image sensor; wherein the controller is electrically connected to the image sensor and the first camera interface 301, respectively, so that the controller outputs a trigger signal through the signal terminal while triggering the acquisition action of the image sensor.

[0037] In some embodiments of the present application, the second camera interface 302 is arranged on the outside of the shell 303; wherein, the second camera interface 302 includes: a communication terminal for realizing a communication connection; wherein, the communication terminal is electrically connected to the controller so that the controller can interact with the external data through the communication terminal.

[0038] As a specific solution, industrial camera 300 also includes a gyroscope. The gyroscope is disposed within housing 303. A controller is electrically connected to the gyroscope, allowing the controller to output gyroscope data via first camera interface 301 or second camera interface 302. As a preferred solution, the controller can adjust image acquisition based on the gyroscope data, such as adjusting focus and exposure time.

[0039] Reference Figures 1 to 7 As shown, the first device 100 of the present application includes: a first device 100 interface and a functional device. The first device 100 interface is used to connect to an industrial camera 300; the functional device is used to implement the primary functions of the first device 100; the first camera interface 301 is electrically connected to the first device 100 interface; and the image acquisition area of the industrial camera 300 at least partially overlaps with the functional area of the functional device of the first device 100.

[0040] In some embodiments of the present application, the mounting bracket 400 is used to mount the industrial camera 300 and the first device 100 ; wherein the industrial camera 300 and the first device 100 are respectively mounted at different positions on the mounting bracket 400 .

[0041] In some embodiments of the present application, the loading platform 500 is used to place a workpiece to be inspected by the industrial camera 300 ; wherein the first device 100 is disposed between the industrial camera 300 and the loading platform 500 .

[0042] In some embodiments of the present application, the second device 200 is used to establish a communication connection with the industrial camera 300; wherein, the second device 200 also includes: a second device 200 interface; the second device 200 interface is used to connect to the industrial camera 300; wherein, the second device 200 provides power to the industrial camera 300 through the second device 200 interface.

[0043] Reference Figures 8 and 9 As shown, from the perspective of functional modules, the industrial production line inspection system 10 of the present application comprises an industrial camera 300 including: an acquisition module, a trigger module, and a first camera interface 301. The acquisition module is used to acquire images; the trigger module is used to generate trigger signals; and the first camera interface 301 is used to connect to the first device 100. The first camera interface 301 is electrically connected to the acquisition module and the trigger module, respectively, so that the first camera interface 301 can simultaneously receive power and output trigger signals.

[0044] In some embodiments of the present application, the industrial camera 300 further includes a control module. The control module is configured to control the acquisition module and the trigger module; the control module is electrically connected to the acquisition module and the trigger module, respectively. The control module is configured to adjust the trigger signal output by the trigger module based on the image captured by the acquisition module.

[0045] In some embodiments of the present application, the industrial camera 300 further includes a second camera interface 302. The second camera interface 302 is used to connect to the second device 200. The second camera interface 302 is electrically connected to the control module to enable communication between the control module and the second device 200.

[0046] In some embodiments of the present application, the industrial camera 300 further includes a posture module. The posture module is configured to generate posture data of the industrial camera 300. The posture module is electrically connected to the control module so that the control module outputs the posture data through the first camera interface 301 or the second camera interface 302. Alternatively, the control module controls the acquisition module's acquisition operations based on the posture module data.

[0047] In the industrial production line inspection system 10 of this application, the first device 100 and the industrial camera 300 form a direct electrical connection, enabling the industrial camera 300 to directly trigger the operating state of the first device 100. More specifically, gyroscope data can be directly accessed through the camera's SDK, allowing users to perform secondary development based on their needs. This data can also be directly reflected in the camera's corresponding debugging software, similar to a level on a mobile phone, allowing users to intuitively adjust the installation angle during installation.

[0048] The first device 100 includes a first device 100 interface and a functional device. The first device 100 interface is used to connect to the industrial camera 300; the functional device is used to implement the main functions of the first device 100. The first device 100 interface and the functional device are electrically connected to enable the industrial camera 300 to power and control the functional device.

[0049] In some embodiments of the present application, the industrial production line inspection system 10 further includes a second device 200. The second device 200 is configured to establish a communication connection with the industrial camera 300. The second device 200 includes a second device 200 interface. The second device 200 interface is configured to connect to the industrial camera 300. The second device 200 interface writes or reads data from the industrial camera 300 via the communication connection between the second device 200 interface and the industrial camera 300. This allows the industrial camera 300 of the present application to be reprogrammed or upgraded via the second device 200.

[0050] As a preferred solution, the functional device of the first device 100 can be configured as a lighting device such as an LED lighting lamp.

[0051] As a preferred solution, the first device 100 can be an industrial computer on an industrial production line, and of course it can also be other industrial computers.

[0052] As a preferred solution, the attitude module can be composed of the aforementioned gyroscope.

[0053] As a preferred solution, the image sensor may be a CCD sensor or a CMOS sensor.

[0054] As a preferred solution, the controller can be composed of a control chip and peripheral circuits on a PCB board.

[0055] As a preferred solution, the first camera interface 301 is a pin terminal interface.

[0056] As a preferred solution, the second connection interface can be a USB interface or an RJ45 interface.

[0057] Based on the above solution, the gyroscope in the industrial camera 300 of this application can help users arrange and calibrate the position of the industrial camera 300. At the same time, the industrial camera 300 integrates the ISP algorithm to dynamically adjust the brightness and color temperature of the light source according to the real-time image data collected by the camera to adapt to changes in ambient light and ensure optimal image quality.

[0058] Reference Figure 9 As shown, the industrial camera 300 can provide power through the first camera interface 301, and then trigger the state of the functional device by sending a drive signal to the driving switch of the functional device, such as the MOS transistor Q. As another solution of the present application, the MOS transistor Q can be installed in the industrial camera 300, so that the industrial camera 300 directly provides the corresponding pulsating power to the functional device. For example, it can provide pulsating power to an LED light, so that the LED light can be used as a diffuser light.

[0059] Based on the above solution, the gyroscope in the industrial camera of this application can help users arrange and calibrate the position of the industrial camera. At the same time, the industrial camera integrates the ISP algorithm to dynamically adjust the brightness and color temperature of the light source according to the real-time image data collected by the camera to adapt to changes in ambient light and ensure optimal image quality.

[0060] The above descriptions are merely some preferred embodiments of the present disclosure and illustrate the underlying technical principles. Those skilled in the art should understand that the scope of the invention encompassed by the embodiments of the present disclosure is not limited to technical solutions formed by specific combinations of the aforementioned technical features. It also encompasses other technical solutions formed by any combination of the aforementioned technical features or their equivalents, without departing from the aforementioned inventive concept. For example, a technical solution formed by replacing the aforementioned features with (but not limited to) technical features with similar functions disclosed in the embodiments of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. An industrial camera, characterized by: The industrial camera includes: Acquisition module, used for image acquisition; A trigger module, used for generating a trigger signal; A first camera interface, used for connecting to a first device; The first camera interface is electrically connected to the acquisition module and the trigger module respectively, so that the first camera interface can simultaneously realize power supply access and output of trigger signals.

2. The industrial camera according to claim 1, characterized in that: The industrial camera also includes: A control module, used to control the acquisition module and the trigger module; The control module is electrically connected to the acquisition module and the trigger module respectively.

3. The industrial camera according to claim 2, characterized in that: in, The control module is used to adjust the trigger signal output by the trigger module according to the image captured by the acquisition module.

4. The industrial camera according to claim 3, characterized in that: The industrial camera also includes: A second camera interface, used for connecting to a second device; The second camera interface is electrically connected to the control module, so that the second camera interface realizes a communication connection between the control module and the second device.

5. The industrial camera according to claim 4, characterized in that: The industrial camera also includes: A posture module, used to generate posture data of the industrial camera; The gesture module is electrically connected to the control module, so that the control module outputs the gesture data through the first camera interface or the second camera interface.

6. An industrial production line detection system, characterized by: The industrial production line detection system comprises: a first device and an industrial camera according to any one of claims 1 to 5; The first device is directly electrically connected to the industrial camera so that the industrial camera directly triggers the working state of the first device.

7. The industrial production line detection system according to claim 6, Its characteristics are: Wherein, the first device includes: A first device interface, used for connecting to the industrial camera; Functional device, used to implement the main function of the first device; The first device interface is electrically connected to the functional device, so that the industrial camera supplies power to and controls the functional device.

8. The industrial production line detection system according to claim 7, characterized in that: The industrial production line detection system also includes: The second device is used to establish a communication connection with the industrial camera.

9. The industrial production line detection system according to claim 8, characterized in that: in, The second device includes: A second device interface, used for connecting to the industrial camera; The second device writes or reads data to the industrial camera through a communication connection between the second device interface and the industrial camera.

10. The industrial production line detection system according to any one of claims 6 to 9, characterized in that: in, The functional device is designed as a lighting device.

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