Machine vision systems apply computer vision to industry and manufacturing. One of the most common applications of Machine Vision is the inspection of manufactured goods such as semiconductor chips, automobiles, food and pharmaceuticals. Just as human inspectors working on assembly lines visually inspect parts to judge the quality of workmanship, so machine vision systems use digital cameras, smart cameras and image processing software to perform similar inspections.
Machine vision systems are programmed to perform narrowly defined tasks such as counting objects on a conveyor, reading serial numbers, searching for surface defects, and verifying manufacturing tolerances. Gayston prefers using vision systems for inspection on parts with high production rates, which also have tight tolerances and complex shapes.
