JeVois – Combines AI and Machine Vision in a Free Open-source Smart Camera CCTV System for PC, Arduino and Raspberry Pi
The JeVois Smart Machine Vision Camera. Think of it as a tiny but mighty AI-powered eye that can see and understand the world just like we do! 🎥
This little wonder is about the size of your thumb, but don't let its size fool you - it's packed with some serious tech muscle! It's like having a mini security guard, research assistant, and AI brain all rolled into one neat package. Here's what makes it so awesome:
Features
- Real-Time Image Processing: Processes video streams directly on the camera, reducing the need for external computing power.
- Open-Source Algorithms: Supports a variety of vision algorithms, with customization options available.
- Motion detection (nothing sneaks past this little guardian)
- Small and Lightweight: Weighs only 17 grams, making it perfect for embedded applications.
- Standalone Functionality: Can operate independently or connect to a host system for additional processing.
- Versatile Connectivity: USB and serial port support for easy data transmission and integration.
- Customizable with Python and C++: Developers can program new vision modules using familiar languages.
- Works great as part of an NVR (Network Video Recorder) system for smart surveillance
Cool Hardware:
- A sharp-eyed video sensor that doesn't miss a thing
- A powerful quad-core brain (CPU) that crunches data like a champ
- Simple USB plug-and-play (just connect and you're ready to go!)
JeVois Inventor
JeVois Inventor is a graphical frontend to interact with a JeVois Smart Camera.
It is available for Linux, Windows and macOS.
The best part: open-source
The best part? It's completely open-source! This means you can peek under the hood, tweak things around, and make it do exactly what you want. Whether you're a:
- Developer building the next big AI application
- Researcher exploring computer vision frontiers
- Hobbyist creating cool smart home projects
- Security enthusiast setting up an advanced NVR system
This little camera is your perfect companion! Plus, it's super lightweight, so you can take it anywhere your projects need to go.
Supported Hardware Systems:
- Embedded Systems: Works seamlessly with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, NVIDIA Jetson, and other small computing boards.
- PCs and Laptops: Plug-and-play support via USB on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- Robotics Platforms: Ideal for use in autonomous drones, mobile robots, and industrial robotics applications.
- Microcontrollers: Communicates with microcontrollers like ESP32 and Arduino through serial connections.
Applications
- Real-Time Object Detection: Identify and classify objects on the fly for robotics and IoT applications.
- Face and Gesture Recognition: Ideal for access control systems and interactive installations.
- Drone Navigation and Control: Helps autonomous drones avoid obstacles and navigate environments using onboard vision processing.
- Augmented Reality (AR): Powers AR systems by recognizing markers and tracking objects in real-time.
- Smart Home Automation: Integrates with home automation platforms to trigger actions based on visual input (e.g., detecting pets or package delivery).
- Machine Learning Experiments: Allows developers to test custom AI models on edge devices without cloud dependency.
- Educational Use: Great for teaching computer vision and AI concepts, with plenty of open-source resources and examples.
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