For Our Future with the AI Vision

Image Processing Solution Provider

Since its foundation in 1999, REGULUS has been providing excellent technologies as the world leading image-processing technology provider. Our next dream is to realize the “robot vision”, which exceeds human sense of vision to “monitor, capture, and analyze” the objects, anticipating the future which is realized by the AI vision, and to become the IPS (image processing solution) provider to serve the world society.

Corporate Profile

Company Name
REGULUS Co.,Ltd.
Foundation
July 2, 1999
Capital
50 million yen
President
Masaru Sakai
Number of Employees
44
Headquarters
Yotsuya Orchid Building 2F, 23-3, Daikyo-cho, Shinjyuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan 160-0015
Phone
81(country code) 3-5362-1205
Parent Company
INNOTECH CORPORATION

Main Business Contents

  • Manufacturing and Sales of REGULUS-made Products Development, Manufacturing and Sales of Intelligent Camera Systems
  • Image Sensor-related Business Evaluation of CMOS Image Sensors, Development and Sales of Image Sensors and Mass-production Testers
  • Image Processing Solution Consulting Service Providing Optimal Image-processing Technologies Tailored to Customers' Needs (such as by combining IPs, libraries, and image algorithms)
  • Image Inspection and Image Inspection System Business Development of Various DSP/CPU Farms, Development and Sales of Middleware for High-speed Processing Boards and Image Processing Boards for Cameras used for Inspection Device

REGULUS Products&Solutions

INTELLIGENT CAMERA

Summit Series

Incorporating image-processing libraries into intelligent cameras which can be combined to various image sensors and providing edge computing cameras as one-stop solutions which are tailored to various environmental needs.

EigerII

High-performance model intelligence camera with MPSoC on board
  • Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC Series [XCZU4EG]
  • On-board memory DDR4 4GB, eMMC 8GB
  • USB3.0
  • Gyroscope sensor
  • CAN
  • GPIO
  • Ethernet(PoE) Supported
  • Display Port
  • microSD

EigerIII

Improved next generation High-performance model intelligence camera
  • Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC Series [XCZU4EG]
  • On-board memory DDR4 4GB, eMMC 8GB
  • USB3.0
  • CAN
  • GPIO
  • Ethernet
  • Dry Contact

Sensor Fusion

Creating diverse applications from various image sensor boards
  • Stereo
  • Stereo + Infrared Camera
  • 4 Cam

Kailas

Kailas

Provides a high-performance camera system by incorporating various image-processing HWIPs and software libraries to intelligent cameras. Its applications include surveillance, FAs, drones, and automotive.

Application Solutions

  • 監視
  • FA/検査
  • ドローン
  • 自動車

Kailas HW IP

Enables high-volume data processing by SensorFusion leveraging various HW IPs

Image Clarification

Clarify low-contrast images and improve visibility as well as accuracy of image recognition.

WDR

Expands the dynamic range where the difference between brightness and darkness is significant.

Distortion Correction

Correct the distortion of lenses. Also, the camera installation location can be calibrated.

SAD(Sum of Absolute Difference)

Detect the distance of objects from stereo images.

SGBM(Semi Global Block Matching)

Detect the distance of objects from stereo images by SGBM algoithem.

ISP4K

Convert the raw data captured by sensors to YUV. Also, capable of 3A control.
  • Standard Functions
  • 12bit RAW input, 10bit YUV output
  • NR
  • Black level correction
  • Linear correction
  • Defect correction
  • Lens shading correction
  • WB gain
  • Demosaic
  • RGB2RGB color conversion
  • Gamma correction
  • YC filters
  • Color correction
  • AE
  • AWB
  • Optional Functions
  • Sharpening
  • Single frame WDR
  • Main Features
  • Supports 4k/60p @ Ultrascale+ MPSoC
  • Supports 1080/60p @ Zynq-7000
  • 300MHz @ Ultrascale+ MPSoC
  • 150MHz @ Zynq-7000
  • Main Supported Devices
  • Xilinx Zynq 7000 Series
  • Xilinx Ultrascale+ MPSoC
  • Contact Information
  • REGULUS Co.,Ltd.
  • Yotsuya Orchid Bldg 2F, 23-3 Daikyo-cho Shinjyuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan 160-0015
  • TEL: +81-3-5362-1205
  • E-mail: info_qa@reglus.co.jp
    * This product is only available in Japan.

JPEG Encoder/Decoder

Capable of irreversible image compression/expansion supporting 8~12 bit input, variable speed, Gray, YUV, RGB, CMYK, and YCCK.

JPEG-LS Encoder/Decoder

Capable of reversible image compression/expansion supporting 8~12 bit input, variable speed, Gray, YUV, RGB, CMYK, and YCCK.

IMAGE PROCESSING SOLUTION

Construction Equipment, Drone and Automotive Solution

Human/automobile detection by deep learning technology

Possible to get higher recognition accuracy of human/automobile detection than conventional methodology by deep learning technology.
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware : AI Camera
Software : JPEG, human/automobile detection deep learning model, distance measurement

Stereo camera

Long-distance measurement and obstacle detection based on the information captured by the stereo camera
[Example of processing time]
8.0ms/pc (125 pcs/sec*)
*Numbers may vary depending on various conditions.
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware : Stereo Eiger
Software : Distance measurement algorithm

Surveillance Camera Solutions

Human detection by deep learning technology

Possible to detect human beings in various postures.
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware : Stereo AI Camera
Software : Human detection deep learning model

Fish-eye lens & human detection

Use a fish-eye lens to survey all around, and without distortion correction, possible to detect human beings in various postures with high precision by edge computing.
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware : EigerII, sensor IMX377
Software : Detection, classification

Moving object detection

Moving objects (pedestrians, animals, vehicles, and bicycles) only are detected.
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware : Eiger
Software : Moving object detection algorithm and image clarification

Hemisphere omnidirectional AI camera

Adopted by GROOVE X for LOVOT
Possible to detect human omnidirectionally with the angle of view of looking up by fish-eye lens
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware: EigerII
Software: Human detection deep learning algorithm

Object distance measurement

Object detection and distance measurement can be done by using two cameras.
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware: Stereo Eiger/Stereo AI Camera
Software: object detection algorithm + distance measurement, grouping

Infrared camera

Thermal detection and life detection utilizing infrared cameras. Images can be captured even if the visibility is limited such as in the darkness or in the fog.
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware : Infrared camera
Software : Thermal detection algorithm

FA Solutions

High-speed template matching

High-speed processing of OK/NG determination referring to the templates registered in the FPGA.
[Example of processing time]
8.0ms/pc (125 pcs/sec*)
*Numbers may vary depending on the conditions.
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware : McKinley
Software : Template matching

High-speed foreign object (dust or a crack) detection

High-speed detection of specific objects by making the optimal algorithm as a hardware, utilizing FPGA.
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware : McKinley
Software : Various detection algorithms

High-speed positioning

High-speed calculation of the central point of a circle by making the part of processing as a hardware, utilizing FPGA.
[Example of processing time]
CPU only : 580ms→FPGA: 30ms
[Example of system configuration]
Hardware : Eiger
Software : Central point extraction algorithm

Safety AI Camera System

Safety AI Camera

Based on high performance edge devices, with high level image processing and deep learning technology implemented, we provide a PC free, cloud free, edge computing based one stop solution of surveillance camera system for construction sites and public facilities.

EagleEyeII

Performance upgraded next generation Stereo AI camera (NETIS Registered)
Features
Human detection with 120 degrees angle of coverage
Distance measurement & location info. acquisition
Detection range: 1.0m ~ 10m
Edge computing
I/F: NTSC, Ethernet, Dry contract, CAN
Dustproof/Waterproof housing (IP66 equivalent)
Vibration test: JISD1601
Mounting by magnets
Size: W217.8 x D247 x H154 mm
Weight: 4,300g (excluding the magnets)

OmniEye

Hemisphere omnidirectional AI camera (NETIS Registered)
Features
Human detection alarm system for small backhoes and forklifts
Possible to detect human omnidirectionally with fish-eye lens
Detection range: within a radius of about 5m
Edge computing
I/F: NTSC, Ethernet, Dry contract, CAN
Dustproof/Waterproof housing (IP66 equivalent)
Vibration test: JISD1601
Size: W210 x D180.5 x H67 mm (excluding the cable)
Weight: 2,200g

Options for Safety AI Camera System

We also provide various options for the Safety AI camera.

Panel PC

Panel PC for setting and confirming of AI camera system
Features
Possible to installed on construction machineries and Industrial vehicles
8 inch touch panel
Setting AI camera by touch screen
Confirming detection result by monitor
Video recording function
Dustproof/Waterproof case (IP66 equivalent)
Size: 180 x 240 x 59 mm
Weight: 1,600g

Signal light with buzzer

Signal light with buzzer for alarm of AI camera system
Features
Buzzer function
Alarm by light and/or sound for detection result
Dustproof/Waterproof case (IP65 equivalent)
Size: 54 x 303.5 x 65/72 x 308.5 x 90 mm
Weight: 500/540g

DVR

Video recording DVR for AI camera system
Features
low cost dashboard DVR solution (drive recorder)
Up to four cameras input (NTSC input)
Up to four splitted screens
Video recording by SD or SSD
Ethernet supported
Dustproof/Waterproof case (IP65 equivalent)
Anti-vibration (7.1G equivalent)
Size: 173 x 146.6 x 39 mm
Weight: 1,420g
Can be combined with HD Monitor option

HD Monitor

HD monitor for screen confirmation of AI camera system
Features
Low cost dashboard monitor solution
7 inch LCD panel
Up to four cameras input
Up to four splitted screens
Dustproof/Waterproof case (IP67 equivalent)
Anti-vibration (4G equivalent)
Size: 227.8 x 153.9 x 83.4 mm
Weight: 1,320g
Can be combined with DVR option

Distribution Box

Distribution box
Features
Output signal as follows
: EagleEyeII / OmniEye
: ON/OFF for buzzer sound of the signal light
Dustproof/Waterproof case(IP66 equivalent)
Size: W156 x D149 x H87 mm (excluding the protruding parts)
Weight: 1,300g

Braking Control Option

Distribution box with braking signal for construction machineries
Features
Above distribution box function
With brake control option for construction machineries
Possible to turned ON/OFF of output signal to construction machineries
Dustproof/Waterproof case(IP66 equivalent)
Size: W156 x D149 x H87 mm (excluding the protruding parts)
Weight: 1,300g

Configuration example for connection

It is provided configuration for connection to match desired usage.

Double EagleEyeII

In case of either side and same direction of Construction machinery or forklift are installed. There are detected human by wide angle. Otherwise, front and rear side are installed. There are detected something for each direction.
Configuration
EagleEyeII : 2
Distribution Box : 1
HD Monitor : 1
DVR : 1
Signal Light : 1
Features
HD monitor and DVR have up to 4 channels input signals.
A Signal Light is able to input signal from up to 2 EagleEyeII.

OmniEye

When people are detected in hazardous areas around the small excavators. In case of the situation, operator or driver would like to add on braking control for the Small Excavators.
Configuration
OmniEye : 1(Camera : 1)
Distribution Box : 1(With braking control)
HD Monitor : 1
DVR : 1
Signal Light : 1

EagleEyeII simple system

Space-saving installation without using the distribution box
Configuration
EagleEyeII : 1
HD Monitor : 1
Signal Light : 1
Features
DC 24V only
ON/OFF control of alarm sound, connection of additional options are not possible

OmniEye simple system

Space-saving installation without using the distribution box
Configuration
OmniEye : 1
HD Monitor : 1
Signal Light : 1
Features
DC 24V only
ON/OFF control of alarm sound, connection of additional options are not possible