Silicon Line, EverPro, and Leopard Imaging Partner to Demonstrate Active Optical Cables for MIPI D-PHY-based Camera Interconnects at VISION 2024

The demo will show how the D-PHY-based active optical cables provide a convenient way to transport high-resolution 4K video from cameras over long cable lengths and with low power for machine vision, industrial, robotics, security, aviation, and medical applications

MUNICH, Germany, Sep. 11, 2024 — Silicon Line GmbH, the leading enabler of ultra-low-power technologies for the next generation of high-speed video and imaging interconnect, and EverPro Technologies, specializing in developing optoelectronic modules and high-flex active optical cables (AOC), announced their partnership to demonstrate MIPI D-PHY-based AOC products for transmitting high-resolution camera MIPI signals over long distances. The AOCs use Silicon Line’s SL8501x 10Gbps serializer/de-serializer (SerDes) integrated circuit (IC) and provide high-speed optical transmission of 4K uncompressed MIPI video from Leopard Imaging’s cameras for machine vision, industrial, robotics, security, aviation, and medical products.

The AOCs optically transport serialized MIPI D-PHY video from high-resolution 4K cameras across cable lengths of up to 30 meters (m) and come with Type C connectors which are IP67 compatible. All active components are integrated into the AOC, which provides a very convenient and simple implementation at the system level.

Sandi Wei, CEO of EverPro Technologies, said, “In terms of transmitting high-speed real-time data over long distances in an energy-efficient way, copper wire-based cables are reaching their physical limits. This year, we are excited to introduce a new solution: our MIPI-based AOCs, powered by Silicon Line’s ultra-low-power serialization technology. These cables are engineered to provide the most efficient and streamlined method for transmitting large amounts of data with minimal power consumption in the industrial vision sector. Together with our ecosystem partner, Leopard Imaging, we now have a clear path to transforming this groundbreaking technology into a solution that fits your needs.”

Yifeng Liann, CEO of Silicon Line, said, “A typical MIPI trace runs only a few centimeters. Silicon-Line’s MIPI D-PHY SerDes technology breaks this boundary by serializing real-time MIPI signals before transmitting them over distances of up to 2 meters using twisted pair or microcoax wires and up to 30 meters via optical links, all while consuming a fraction of the power of competing solutions like GMSL. All with only a few nanoseconds of latency. The high performance and low power efficiency don’t come hand-in-hand without extensive optimization and craftmanship from our skillful teams in both Munich and Beijing.”

A demonstration of the AOC solution transporting 4K video will be shown at VISION 2024, taking place October 8-10 at Stuttgart Convention Center, Stuttgart, Germany. To schedule a meeting, contact sales-europe@everprotech.com.

About EverPro Technologies

EverPro Technologies specializes in developing silicon and optoelectronic chips, modules, high-flex active optical cables, active copper cables, active electrical cables, and micro-modular data centers. The main products are oriented to data communications in machine vision, medical, video conferencing, and consumer electronics. With R&D centers in Germany and China, EverPro has more than 200 R&D experts and over 340 patents. It has 8 sales offices worldwide and is distributed in the United States, South Korea, Japan, and other places. EverPro Technologies Co., Ltd.

About Silicon Line GmbH

Silicon Line GmbH is the global leader in ultra-low-power optical link technology enabling the next generation of high-speed video and imaging interconnects. The company develops integrated circuits using standard CMOS technology. Founded in 2005, Silicon Line is based in Munich, Germany, with offices in Korea, Japan, China, and the United States. For more information, visit Home – Silicon (silicon-line.com).

About Leopard Imaging Inc.

Leopard Imaging is a global leader in providing high-definition embedded cameras and AI-based imaging solutions—focusing on core technologies that improve image processing in automotive vehicles, aerospace vehicles, drones, IoT, and robotics. An NVIDIA Elite Partner and a member of the AWS Partner Network, Leopard Imaging works closely with the most established sensor companies in producing advanced camera solutions for global customers. With original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and original design manufacturer (ODM) services, Leopard Imaging provides camera solutions for the most established organizations. Company Mission: Intelligent Vision for a Better World. Company Vision: To Be the World Leader in Intelligent Vision. Leopard Imaging Inc.

Silicon Line and EverPro Contact:

Rosa Chang

Office: +49 89 5463700113

communication@silicon-line.com

Leopard Imaging Contact:

Cathy Zhao

(408) 263-0988

marketing@leopardimaging.com