Common Vision Blox 15.0
Advanced streaming, integration, and development tools for next-generation machine vision
Designed for software-defined, multi-source vision architectures.
Common Vision Blox (CVB) 15.0 introduces a more flexible, software-defined approach to building modern machine vision systems. With an enhanced GEV Server, expanded multi-source data fusion, OpenTelemetry observability, and a new Python scripting layer, this release helps U.S. OEMs, integrators, and developers accelerate performance, simplify complex architectures, and scale imaging workflows with confidence.
Why Partnership Matters
CVB 15.0's updated GEV Server allows developers to transform a host system into a standards-compliant GigE Vision camera. With full GEV 3.0 and GenDC support, teams can combine diverse data sources, manage complex sensor configurations, and deliver unified, standards-based streams across multi-camera environments.
This software-defined flexibility is ideal for applications such as:
- Multi-camera, multi-modality inspection systems
- Stereo, depth, and 3D-enhanced sensing
- Stereo, depth, and 3D-enhanced sensing
- Robotics and autonomous platforms requiring sensor fusion
- Distributed or edge-based vision architectures
Zero-copy streaming ensures high throughput without unnecessary overhead, enabling real-time performance in demanding industrial workflows.
Integrated Tools for Scalable, High-Performance Vision Systems
CVB 15.0 brings together a unified set of capabilities that help developers build more adaptable, distributed, and insight-driven machine vision applications. From multi-source data fusion to Python prototyping, advanced code reading, and precision calibration, the platform supports the full lifecycle of modern imaging workflows.
Unified Multi-Source Streaming & Distributed Processing
CVB's acquisition layer can merge inputs from multiple sensors, formats, and interfaces into a single, coherent stream. This makes it easier to orchestrate complex pipelines, integrate heterogeneous devices, and scale architectures as requirements evolve. With support for distributed processing across multiple nodes, developers can design modular systems that remain fully standards-compliant while enabling multi-camera fusion, in-line analytics, and edge-level decision making.
High-Accuracy Code Reading for Production Workflows
The CVB CodeReader engine delivers reliable decoding across all major 1D and 2D symbologies, maintaining accuracy even on low-contrast, damaged, or off-angle codes. Its modern APIs for C++, .NET, and Python ensure easy deployment into existing CVB workflows and continuous-duty production environments.
Deep Application Insight with OpenTelemetry
Integrated OpenTelemetry tracing gives teams visibility into acquisition paths, processing stages, and resource utilization. This observability framework improves debugging efficiency, reduces downtime, and supports data-driven optimisation across distributed or high-throughput applications.
Rapid Development with Python and Seamless Production Integration
The new Python Scripting Engine allows teams to prototype algorithms quickly while still relying on CVB's high-performance acquisition and processing tools. Python scripts can be embedded inside C++ or .NET applications, enabling mixed-language development and streamlined handoff between prototyping and production. Compatibility with libraries such as NumPy, TensorFlow, and OpenCV further enhances workflow flexibility.
Precision Imaging with Advanced Lens Undistortion
For applications requiring metrically accurate results, CVB 15.0 offers advanced 2D lens undistortion tools. Support for standard camera models and calibration workflows ensures true-to-reality imaging and integrates easily into multi-camera or 3D reconstruction environments where accuracy is essential.
CCS products are engineered for durability, consistency, and seamless system integration-making them a go-to choice in industries where reliability and imaging clarity are mission-critical. From factory floor to lab-grade automation, we help you match lighting performance with operational needs.
Additional Improvements for Modern Vision Development
CVB 15.0 also includes a series of enhancements that streamline development, testing, and deployment. Documentation has been reorganized for faster learning, simulation tools deliver more realistic behaviour, and Linux support is easier to manage across environments. Cloud-ready deployment, improved data transport, and updated Python integration further simplify workflows while expanding compatibility. Collectively, these refinements help engineering teams build, test, and maintain machine vision applications more efficiently.
Key enhancements include:
- Reimagined Documentation: Clearer navigation with practical, example-driven guidance.
- Enhanced Simulation: More accurate MockTL timing and image sequence behaviour.
- Optimized Linux Packaging: Simplified Core, Tools, Dev, and UI bundles for smoother install.
- Cloud & Virtualization Support: Docker-ready deployment for consistent, isolated environments.
- Expanded GenDC Compatibility: Improved support across USB and GigE transport layers.
- Improved Python Integration: Updated version support and a cleaner, more maintainable package structure.
- RHEL Deployment Options: RPM packages available for enterprise Linux operations.
- Laser Triangulation Enhancements: Advanced calibration models for precision measurement systems.
- Unified Logging: Full OpenTelemetry adoption for portable, standardized log management.|
Zero-copy streaming ensures high throughput without unnecessary overhead, enabling real-time performance in demanding industrial workflows.
Explore CVB Tools from STEMMER IMAGING USA
The foundation for every CVB application, offering robust acquisition, an open architecture, and powerful tools for custom image processing.
A versatile package combining Image Manager with a broad library of essential vision algorithms for general-purpose imaging.
ML-based invariant recognition and classification designed for fast execution on standard CPUs across Windows and Linux.
High-speed 3D alignment and inspection software for production-quality metrology without strict part positioning.
High-accuracy OCR and pattern recognition for differentiating visually similar objects under varied conditions.
Reliable decoding of 1D/2D symbologies under challenging industrial conditions.
A software-defined GigE Vision camera engine with full GEV 3.0 + GenDC support and advanced data fusion capabilities.
