• Boost performance by up to 3x over its precursor thanks to an Intel x6000 series embedded processor 
• Capture high-resolution images at high speed through a choice of CMOS sensors from two to 16 Megapixels 
• Deploy in dirty, humid, or harsh industrial environments by way of a compact IP67-rated design 
• Communicate actions and results to other automation and enterprise equipment via real-time digital I/Os, and Ethernet (TCP/IP, CC-Link IE Field Basic, EtherNet/IP™2, Modbus® , PROFINET® , and native robot interfaces) 
• Handle Human-Machine Interface (HMI) function by way of VGA and USB connectivity 
• Simplify vision setup and upkeep via integrated lens focusing and illumination intensity control 
• Synchronize to the manufacturing line through the support for incremental rotary encoders 
• Solve machine vision applications efficiently with Aurora Design Assistant by constructing flowcharts instead of writing program code 
• Maintain control and independence through the ability to code custom flowchart steps 
• Tackle machine vision applications with utmost confidence using field-proven tools for analyzing, locating, classifying, measuring, reading, and verifying 
• Leverage deep learning for visual inspection through image classification and segmentation tools

The energy industry is primed for a wave of monumental change. The transition to renewable and alternative energy sources, advancements in energy storage, the rise of smart grids, and the electrification of transportation are driving significant changes domestically and globally. These developments mean organizations require new testing protocols, enhanced safety standards, advanced testing equipment, and comprehensive interoperability and cybersecurity assessments. Regulatory changes and technological innovations further complicate testing requirements, demanding scalable and real-world simulation capabilities. When testing facilities must adapt rapidly to support R&D efforts, it’s essential that they ensure the safe, efficient, and sustainable deployment of new energy technologies. All of these factors demand energy laboratories that are future-proofed for innovative solutions.