Introducing the Hyperlux ID Family: Industry’s First Real-Time iToF Sensor for Precision Depth Sensing
onsemi has recently unveiled the Hyperlux ID family, a groundbreaking real-time, indirect time-of-flight (iToF) sensor that offers high precision long distance measurements and 3D imaging of fast-moving objects. This innovative sensor utilizes onsemi’s proprietary global shutter pixel architecture and on-board storage to capture an entire scene and process depth measurement in real-time, addressing the limitations of standard iToF sensors. The Hyperlux ID family can achieve depth sensing up to 30 meters, four times further than standard iToF sensors, all within a compact form factor. Additionally, it can generate both monochrome and depth images simultaneously, providing a comprehensive view of the environment without the need for separate sensors.
The Hyperlux ID family enables a simplified design, extended depth sensing range, operation under dynamic scene conditions, and the ability to capture fast-moving objects. This advancement is crucial as automation and robotics become increasingly prevalent in industrial markets, highlighting the importance of highly accurate depth information for improved productivity and safety in complex environments.
This sensor is ideal for a variety of industrial applications, such as automation and robotics for object detection, manufacturing and quality control for defect detection, logistics and material handling for optimizing storage processes, agriculture and farming for crop monitoring, and access control systems for accurate facial recognition.
The Hyperlux ID sensor family utilizes a combination of global shutter architecture and iToF technology to deliver precise and rapid depth sensing. With iToF technology, depth is determined by measuring the phase shift of reflected light emitted from VCSELs. The global shutter architecture enables the sensors to capture and store multiple phases of light simultaneously, enhancing depth measurement accuracy. Additionally, the integration of on-board depth processing enables real-time results without the need for external memory or a high-performance processor.
According to Alexander Lewinsky, Managing Director of IDS Imaging Development Systems, the Hyperlux ID sensor offers higher resolution and better ambient light suppression compared to other iToF sensors on the market. The AF0130 model in the Hyperlux ID family features onboard processing for easy integration and cost reduction. For customers who prefer to integrate their own depth algorithms, the AF0131 model allows for added flexibility.
Overall, the Hyperlux ID family sets a new standard for precision depth sensing in industrial environments, offering enhanced accuracy, speed, and versatility. For more information on the Hyperlux ID family and its applications, contact onsemi.
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