Emerging Image Sensors: Technology and Market

The ever-increasing adoption of machine vision is creating extensive opportunities for new and improved image sensors. For example, short-wave infra-red (SWIR, 1000-2000 nm) sensing offers multiple benefits to supplement conventional visible-range CMOS sensors, including reduced optical scattering (useful for seeing through fog and hence for autonomous vehicles), mapping thermal profiles, and distinguishing visually similar materials. At present, SWIR imaging is dominated by expensive InGaAs sensors, creating a clear opportunity for a disruptive, low-cost alternative.

 

In addition to imaging over a broader spectral range, further innovations include imaging over a larger area, acquiring spectral data at each pixel, and simultaneously increasing temporal resolution and dynamic range. These promising innovations include event-based vision and hyperspectral imaging.

 

This webinar follows the release of IDTechEx's recent report "Emerging Image Sensor Technologies 2023-2033: Applications and Markets". During the webinar, Dr. Isabel Al-Dhahir will discuss: