What are the Applications of FCB-EV9520L Sensor in Autonomous Driving?

FCB-EV9520L sensor is a high-performance HD camera core module in Sony’s FCB-EV series, which plays a vital role in the field of autonomous driving.

Its advanced technical features and excellent performance make it an indispensable key component in autonomous driving systems.

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This new color camera module model features 30x enhanced optical zoom, a larger 1/2.8-inch image sensor (IMX-662) and a Japanese manufacturer’s ISP for greater visibility.

This Full HD model (LVDS output) can be used in a variety of scenes, including environments with harsh conditions.

In particular, the new Super Image Stabilizer greatly improves blur and has a powerful vibration suppression function compared to conventional models. The form factor is compatible with previous models.

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The following is a detailed introduction to the application of Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor in autonomous driving vehicles.

HD image acquisition and real-time perception

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Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor has a built-in high-performance image sensor that can output full HD video and has excellent image capture capabilities.

This feature is crucial for autonomous driving systems because it can capture HD image data of the surrounding environment in real time, allowing the system to accurately perceive road conditions and obstacle information.

Whether it is crowded urban roads or complex rural road conditions, the module can provide clear and detailed visual feedback, providing strong support for the safe driving of autonomous vehicles. Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor.

Key support for obstacle avoidance function

In the complex environment of autonomous driving, obstacle avoidance function is the core element to ensure safe driving. With its high-precision image acquisition technology, the Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor can quickly identify various obstacles on the road, including pedestrians, other vehicles, trees, and roadblocks. At the same time, the module has low-latency data transmission capabilities to ensure the real-time nature of image information, enabling the autonomous driving system to respond quickly and effectively avoid potential collision risks. This real-time and accuracy provides higher safety and reliability for autonomous vehicles.

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Application of wide dynamic range technology

Faced with complex and changing light conditions, the Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor can ensure image clarity and detail with its excellent wide dynamic range technology.

Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) is an image processing technology used in cameras to solve the problem of image quality degradation or loss of details in camera output under strong contrast lighting conditions.

The Sony FCB-EV9520L has a wide dynamic range of up to 130dB, which means that it can recognize dynamic range better than the human eye and more effectively handle scenes with strong light contrast, ensuring that details in both bright and dark areas are clearly presented.

This feature is particularly important in autonomous driving, as autonomous vehicles need to operate under a variety of lighting conditions, including sunrise and sunset, tunnel entrances and exits, and environments where strong sunlight and shadows interweave.

Sony FCB-EV9520L light control effect

The wide dynamic range technology of FCB-EV9520L ensures that the autonomous driving system can still obtain clear and accurate image information under these complex lighting conditions, so as to make correct decisions.

Intelligent adjustment function

The FCB-EV9520L sensor also has an intelligent adjustment function, which can automatically adjust parameters such as exposure, focus and white balance according to changes in the monitoring scene, thereby maintaining stable and optimized image quality. This function not only improves monitoring efficiency, but also reduces the need for manual intervention, making the autonomous driving system more intelligent and efficient. During the autonomous driving process, road conditions and ambient light conditions may change continuously. The intelligent adjustment function of FCB-EV9520L can automatically adapt to these changes, ensure the stability and accuracy of image quality, and provide reliable visual information support for the autonomous driving system.

Fusion application with other sensors

Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor can also be integrated with other sensor technologies, such as LiDAR, to further enhance the environmental perception capability of autonomous driving systems.

By integrating data from multiple sensors, autonomous driving systems can more accurately identify obstacles and improve the accuracy and reliability of obstacle avoidance.

This sensor fusion technology is one of the current development trends in the field of autonomous driving, which can improve the overall performance and safety of autonomous driving systems.

As an important component of it, the integration of Sony FCB EV9520L with other sensors will further enhance the environmental perception capability and decision-making accuracy of autonomous driving vehicles.

Specific application cases in autonomous driving vehicles

1. Traffic monitoring and road perception:

Sony FCB EV9520L sensor can be used in traffic monitoring cameras to capture vehicles and pedestrians on the road.

Its wide dynamic characteristics help maintain image clarity and contrast in scenes with large lighting changes such as sunrise and sunset, tunnel entrances and exits, and provide strong support for traffic management and safety.
At the same time, it can also perceive road conditions in real time, such as lane lines, traffic signs, etc., and provide accurate road information for the autonomous driving system.

2. Obstacle detection and obstacle avoidance:

During the autonomous driving process, the Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor can quickly identify and detect obstacles on the road, including pedestrians, other vehicles, roadblocks, etc.
Through the fusion application of other sensors, it can more accurately determine the position and speed of obstacles and provide timely obstacle avoidance instructions for the autonomous driving system.

3. Environmental perception and path planning:

The Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor can perceive changes in the surrounding environment in real time, including weather conditions, road conditions, traffic flow, etc.
This information is crucial for the path planning of the autonomous driving system. By comprehensively analyzing and processing this information, the autonomous driving system can choose the best driving path to improve driving efficiency and safety.

4. Driving at night and in low light conditions:

At night or in low light conditions, the wide dynamic range technology of the Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor can ensure the clarity and details of the image. This enables the autonomous driving system to still accurately perceive the surrounding environment under these conditions and avoid potential safety risks.

FCB-EV9520L autofocus camera module features

Full HD image capture

HD sensor:

FCB-EV9520L is equipped with Sony’s full HD 1/2.8-inch color image sensor, with up to 2.13 million effective pixels, which can capture delicate and clear images.

High resolution:

The module supports 1080P HD video output, ensuring the high resolution and color richness of the image, meeting the high requirements of image quality in various application scenarios.

Zoom and anti-shake

High optical zoom:

FCB-EV9520L has 30x optical zoom capability, and users can easily adjust the focal length according to actual needs to capture long-distance or close-range targets. This zoom capability is particularly important in security monitoring, drone aerial photography and other fields.

Super image stabilization technology:

This module realizes super image stabilization function (Super/Super+) through the cooperation of precise algorithms and advanced sensors. Even if the drone is shaken by factors such as airflow during flight, it can effectively reduce image blur and ensure the stability and smoothness of the shooting picture.

Wide dynamic low illumination

Wide dynamic range:

FCB-EV9520L has a wide dynamic range of up to 130Db, which can obtain more stable and clear pictures in complex external environments. Its Wide-D mode can also divide the image into several areas, which is used to correct and increase the brightness of dark areas and reduce the brightness of bright areas, thereby reconciling the drastic light and dark contrast in the image.

Starlight-level night vision capability:

This module has starlight-level low illumination performance optimization and better infrared night vision effect. Even in the absence of any light, it can present a clearer picture and is known as a “black light camera”. Its new ICR ON COLOR function enables the camera to capture color images when sensing infrared light after the infrared filter is removed, effectively obtaining color visibility in dark environments.

Intelligent functions

Autofocus:

FCB-EV9520L has an autofocus function that can automatically focus, capture images clearly, and maintain shooting stability. Its regional autofocus function can also set the reference point in a specific area within the picture, which is a good auxiliary for close-up shots of an object.

Regional function:

The module supports regional exposure, regional white balance and other functions to ensure the accuracy and authenticity of image quality. Users can independently set any rectangular area as a reference area within the picture divided into 6×8 grid areas.

Real-time data transmission

Low-latency transmission:

FCB-EV9520L adopts advanced low-latency transmission technology to ensure that image data can be transmitted from the front-end camera to the monitoring center or receiving end in a very short time.

This instant data transmission capability allows managers to grasp the on-site situation in real time and respond quickly to various emergencies.

The FCB-EV9520L autofocus camera module has broad application prospects in security monitoring, drone aerial photography, intelligent transportation and other fields with its full HD image capture, zoom and anti-shake, wide dynamic low illumination, intelligent functions and real-time data transmission.

FCB-EV9520L Specification Download

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Impact on future intelligent transportation

The application of Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor in self-driving cars not only improves driving safety, but also lays a solid foundation for the development of future intelligent transportation.

It enables self-driving cars to better adapt to various complex environments, reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents, and improve road traffic efficiency.

With the continuous development and popularization of autonomous driving technology, Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor will become an indispensable and important part of the intelligent transportation system. It will be combined with other intelligent transportation technologies to jointly promote the transformation and development of the future transportation field.

Summary

The application of Sony FCB-EV9520L sensor in self-driving cars has a wide and far-reaching impact.

Its high-definition image acquisition capability, key support for obstacle avoidance, application of wide dynamic range technology, intelligent adjustment function and fusion application with other sensors enable the autonomous driving system to more accurately perceive the surrounding environment, identify obstacles and make correct decisions.

These features not only improve the safety and reliability of autonomous vehicles, but also provide strong support for the development of future intelligent transportation.

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