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Difference between Machine Vision and Computer Vision?
Machine Vision and Computer Vision
The terms “machine vision” and “computer vision” are related but have distinct meanings, particularly in how they are applied and the contexts in which they are used:
Machine Vision:
- Application-Specific: Machine vision is primarily used in industrial and manufacturing settings for quality inspection, object recognition, and automation tasks. It involves using cameras and computers to automate visual inspections and measurements.
- Hardware Integration: Machine vision systems often involve specialized hardware, such as industrial cameras, lighting systems, and processing units tailored to specific tasks. These systems are typically designed for robustness and reliability in specific environments.
- Real-Time Processing: Emphasizes real-time performance and reliability in harsh industrial environments, often with less flexibility for new or evolving tasks. Focus on Automation: It emphasizes the integration of visual sensors, lighting, and processing hardware into an automated system designed for specific tasks.
Computer Vision:
- Broader Scope: Computer vision is a broader field encompassing the theory and techniques of enabling computers to interpret and understand visual information from the world. It is used in various applications, from medical imaging to autonomous vehicles and entertainment.
- Software and Algorithms: This field focuses on developing software algorithms, such as deep learning models, for interpreting images and videos. It leverages general-purpose hardware, like GPUs, and is often implemented on standard computing platforms.
- Flexibility and Adaptation: More adaptable and capable of handling a wide range of visual data, making it suitable for dynamic and diverse applications.
- Research and Development Focus: Computer vision involves developing algorithms and models to process and analyse visual data. Its applications extend beyond industrial use to include robotics, augmented reality, and more.
Conclusion
Machine vision is a specialized subset of computer vision focused on industrial and manufacturing applications, emphasizing hardware integration and real-time processing. In contrast, computer vision is a broader field encompassing various applications and research in interpreting visual data.
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