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Vision Overview Tutorial

From Banner Engineering Corp.
 

 

Welcome to the "Vision Sensing Overview," a tutorial in which you will learn about using vision sensors in factory automation.

Vision sensors are used to automate complex visual inspections. Industrial application of vision sensors include: verification, gauging and measuring, orientation, flaw detection, and sorting.

You should find this tutorial useful if you:
* Want to upgrade your present sensing solution
* May purchase a vision sensor system
* Want a broad overview of vision sensing

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