Image Recognition Processor Delivers ADAS Functionality for Euro NCAP 2018 Camera Requirements

Image Recognition Processor Delivers ADAS Functionality for Euro NCAP 2018 Camera Requirements

Fourth generation processor integrates hardware accelerators and media processing engines to deliver concurrent processing of ADAS applications

 

Toshiba Electronics Europe has expanded its line-up of image recognition processors with a fourth generation device that will help designers implement 'entry-level' ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) applications targeting Euro NCAP 2018 camera requirements.

Featuring 13 hardware-based image recognition accelerators, the TMPV7602XBG incorporates ADAS features that will become part of the Euro NCAP testing program in 2018. These include AEB (Autonomous Emergency Braking), TSR (Traffic Signal Recognition), LDW (Lane Departure Warning) / LKA (Lane Keeping Assist), HBA (High Beam Assistance) and FCW (Forward Collision Warning). Toshiba’s device also supports a number of new applications such as TLR (Traffic Light Recognition) and night-time pedestrian detection.

ADAS applications are processed concurrently within a typical time window of 50ms inside the image recognition processor and with relatively low power consumption due to the purpose-built hardware accelerators and media processing engines (MPEs). The TMPV7602XBG can process up to five applications concurrently while consuming less power than other devices targeting mid- to high-end ADAS designs. By using a single video input channel a cost optimized camera system with a small form factor can be realized.

The TMPV7602XBG integrates new, enhanced CoHOG accelerators^[1] that provide far higher image recognition accuracy than previous devices - especially in low light and night-time conditions. Colour-based gradient analysis of images supplied by a full HD (2 megapixel) connected camera also improves night-time pedestrian detection rates.

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