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Ongoing Design Support Paves Lumenera's Path to Mass Production Success

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CAD render of the Lumenera CMOS camera with a black textured enclosure and lens

An Inside Glimpse Into the Product Development Support of Lumenera's Camera Product Line

Lumenera Prototype Parts

Product Design Requirements

Seeking to expand their market reach, Lumenera enlisted Design 1st’s expertise to refine the design of their camera lineup for mass production. The multi-year project involved modifying six camera types to achieve large-scale manufacturing efficiency. Key design specifications included:

  • Redesigned exteriors for mass production efficiency.
  • Precision testing via automated jigs and tools.
  • Uniform CCD testing with integrating spheres.
  • Camera models updated for mass production.
  • Automated testing for streamlined production efficiency.
Lumenera Manufactured Part

Design and Engineering Activities

Design 1st tackled tough engineering challenges to prepare Lumenera’s cameras for mass production. Their success led to a long-term partnership as Lumenera’s go-to mechanical design team. Accomplishments included:

  • Redesigned six camera models for scalable manufacturing efficiency.
  • Developed precise automated testing jigs and instruments for quality assurance.
  • Implemented integrating spheres for accurate CCD sensor calibration.
  • Launched automated accuracy tests to elevate production capacity and product reliability
Eric Ramsden, Direct of Product at Lumenera showcases the newest USB 3 cameras at the AIA Vision Show.

Lumenera Project Results

Design 1st’s six-year collaboration with Lumenera played a crucial mechanical design role in refining and preparing their camera technology for the global market. Their work underpinned Lumenera’s continuous innovation, contributing to its acquisition by Teledyne in 2019.

  • Worked on and refined six key camera product groups.
  • Achieved cost reductions, improving Lumenera's market position.
  • Supported the transition of R&D projects to commercialized products.
  • Functioned as the key mechanical design force, boosting Lumenera’s market presence.
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