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Software simplifies machine vision implementation
National Instruments has released the NI Vision 8 Development Module, a comprehensive suite of vision software tools that engineers, system integrators and machine builders can use to improve system efficiency and save money by increasing quality control in the manufacturing process.

The Vision 8 Development Module combines an extensive collection of vision libraries with acquisition software for thousands of cameras – including those based on the IEEE 1394 (Firewire) connection standard – all optimised for common programming environments like NI Labview and Microsoft C++, Visual Basic and .Net.

In addition, the Vision 8 Development Module includes new algorithms for golden template comparison, optical character verification (OCV) and Data Matrix grading that are designed to help engineers identify packaging and assembly errors earlier in production.

“With the new tools included in the Vision 8 Development Module, NI has released one of the industry's most comprehensive software packages for acquiring and processing images,” says Kevin Schultz, NI director of strategy.

“The collection of tools includes drivers for IEEE1394 cameras, world-class algorithms and easy-to-use software, all at an affordable price point, making it well-suited for end users and machine builders wanting to improve their system efficiencies and quality control.”

Machine builders and integrators face particular challenges within the manufacturing process, including the need to recognise and correct errors earlier before more value is added to a product. For example, in a machine vision application, a mislabelled container could be identified and removed from the assembly line before product is added and resources wasted.

The algorithms for golden template comparison and OCV inspection identify flaws in labels and defects in products, while the Data Matrix grading tool verifies that 2D bar codes are applied correctly in accordance to the ISO16022 (AIM) standard.

Along with the hundreds of image processing and machine vision functions in the Vision 8 Development Module, engineers can take advantage of additional included software such as NI Vision Assistant and NI Vision Acquisition software.

About the IEEE

IEEE History

The IEEE and its predecessors, the AIEE (American Institute of Electrical Engineers) and the IRE (Institute of Radio Engineers), date to 1884.

From its earliest origins, the IEEE has advanced the theory and application of electro technology and allied sciences, served as a catalyst for technological innovation and supported the needs of its members through a wide variety of programs and services.19th Century Growth

The last quarter of the nineteenth century was marked by a tremendous growth in electrical technology. By the early 1880s,
Telegraph wires crisscrossed the United States.
Europe and America were connected by underwater cable.
Arc lights were in use in several cities.
Thomas Edison's Pearl Street Station was supplying power for incandescent lights in New York.
There were numerous firms manufacturing electrical equipment.

The telephone was growing in importance as a communication tool.

This growth in the technology and the planning for an international Electrical Exhibition to be held by the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia prompted twenty-five of America's most prominent electrical engineers, including Thomas Edison, Elihu Thomson and Edwin Houston, to issue a call for the formation of a society to promote their burgeoning discipline. On 13 May 1884, the AIEE was born in New York and quickly gained recognition as a representative for American electrical engineers.
AIEE -- Wire Communications, Light and Power

From the beginning, the major interests of the AIEE were
wire communications and
Light and power systems.
An early and active participant in the development of electrical industry standards, the Institute laid the foundations for all work on electrical standards done in the United States. During its first three decades, the AIEE confronted and resolved such internal concerns as
locating permanent headquarters for the organization
providing mechanisms for contact with a far-flung membership and with students, and
Fostering new technical interests through committees that were established to meet the challenge of increasing specialization.
By 1912, however, the interests and needs of those specializing in the expanding field of radio could no longer be satisfied by periodic technical committee meetings in their local areas.
The IRE -- Wireless Communications

Two largely local organizations -- the Society of Wireless and Telegraph Engineers and the Wireless Institute -- merged to form an international society for scientists and engineers involved in the development of wireless communications -- the Institute of Radio Engineers.



Many of the original members of the IRE were members of the AIEE and both organizations continued to have members in common until they merged to form the IEEE in 1963. The structural development and general activities of the IRE were similar to those of the AIEE.
Specialized segments were gathered into professional groups under a central governing body.
Geographical units and student branches were formed.
Meetings and publications facilitated the creation of an extensive literature and the exchange of knowledge.
Membership grades were established.
Standards development became a major effort.


The nature of radio technology meant that the interests of the IRE went beyond national boundaries. Therefore, the new organization sought and attracted members from many countries and eventually established units in several areas throughout the world. From the beginning the 'Proceedings of the IRE' regularly published papers from authors outside the United States.


Enter 'electronics'

In the 1930's, electronics became part of the vocabulary of electrical engineering. Electronics engineers tended to become members of the IRE, but the applications of electron tube technology became so extensive that the technical boundaries differentiating the IRE and the AIEE became difficult to distinguish.

After World War II, the two organizations became increasingly competitive. Problems of overlap and duplication of efforts arose, only partially resolved by joint committees and meetings.

AIEE, IRE Merge to form IEEE
In 1961, the leadership of both the IRE and the AIEE resolved to seek an end to these difficulties through consolidation. The next year a merger plan was formulated and approved and became effective on 1 January 1963.

ADYAR TIMES OPEN TOURNEY

The Adyar Times FIDE rated
Open chess tournament, organised by Tamilnadu State Chess   
Association,gets underway at     Bapalal Bhavan,
Thiruvanmiyur.

       
According to a press release here, the total prize money will be Rs 70,000. The
winner would receive a prize amount of Rs 16,000 and a trophy.

       
South Madras Lions Club is providing their Bapalal Bhavan at Thiruvanmiyur, free
of rent.

       
Six International Masters K Murugan, P Mithrakanth, N Sudhakar Babu, R
Balasubramaniam, T S Ravi and R R Laxaman will be taking part.

       
Three players from USA, two from Sri Lanka, two from Dubai and players from nine
States are participating in this event.

 For further
details,  

Contact

Tamilnadu State
Chess Association at 9381939257.

The tournament
concludes 4 August.