BECOM Systems

MULTI-TOF PLATFORM

The multi-ToF platform is an ecosystem for multiple sensors working in parallel. The platform allows us to integrate different sensors in an easy way. It gives software developers an environment close to their final target platform for developing, testing and deploying their application.

Highlights

The multi-ToF platform consists out of two parts, the ToF Hub and the ToF Frontend. The ToF Hub incorporates an NVIDIA Tegra Processor and hosts connectors for 4 ToF sensor Frontends. The ToF Frontend hosts the illumination and the sensor chip. The two parts are connected via a two wire serial connection which provides the power supply as well. The multi-ToF platform is well suited for the following applications:

• Driver monitoring and gesture control
• Obstacle detection
• Sensor fusion

The multi-ToF platform was designed for customers:

• OEMs
• Chip Manufacturers
• Software Application Developers
• Predevelopment Groups
• Tier 1
• Automotive Startups

Feature Overview Frontend

• TOF chip MLX75023
• Dimensions 56 x 57 x 30 mm
• Power Supply Including cooling plate
• Temperature -20 to 85 °C*
• Application Range 0.1 to 2,5 m**
• Resolution 304 x 240 px
• FoV 110° H
• FPS up to 40 fps***
• Illumination 850 nm LASER

Feature Overview Hub

Processor Platform NVIDIA Jetson TX2 module

1 x Gbit/s Ethernet
1 x Power Supply Input
4 x FPD-III Link over STP
4 x FPD-III Link over COAX (FAKRA)
1 x PCIe
1 x OBD-II (Can)
1 x USB OTG
1 x HDMI
1 x μSD-Card
1 x Debug USB to UART
 

From ideas and the first development stages up to production-ready products and more – BECOM’s teams of experts guide our clients in the fields of hardware, software and mechanics throughout the entire development and added-value chain.
 

Solutions for every challenge

BECOM continuously invests in the future through its outstanding R&D quota.. World-class developments in ToF cameras and new solutions in the LED sector demonstrate a capacity for innovation of the highest level.
 

LED lighting electronics

• Ballast electronics for BMW – Tier 1 partner
• Driver families forstreet lights

Power electronics

• Generic power supply platforms
• 120A DC motor controls

Embedded Vision / 3D camera systems

• Time-of-Flight (ToF) technology
• High-speed digital design and processing
• FPGA
• Optics

Embedded Systems

• Seat massage systems
• Immobilisers
• VPN routers
• Driver electronics for LED applications

Medical technology

• Non-invasive medical electronics
• Transcranial brain stimulators

Innovative solutions in developing systems and functions are just as feasible as in optimising processes and developing test methods to accompany manufacturing. Based on the V Model, SPICE for Automotive Systems and agile development methods, our experts develop hardware, software and mechanics for clients in the industrial electronics, automotive and medical industries. The Product Development and Process Development departments at BECOM work closely together and jointly create efficient, world-class solutions and innovative technologies.
 

Under the Argos3D and Sentis3D brands BECOM offers a range of 3D cameras with maximum flexibility in mind unlocking a broad range of applications.
 

Time-of-Flight Solutions from BECOM let machines perceive their environment like never before.

3D cameras based on Time of Flight technology provide depth information and intensity data for each pixel (grey value). The active illumination module emits modulated infrared light (IR) in the near-infrared. The object that is located in the field of view reflects light which is projected via the lens onto the 3D camera IC.

The distance data from the ToF IC to the object is calculated individually for each pixel while taking into account the angular phase shift. The result of one measuring cycle is a 3D point cloud which includes intensity data for each pixel. Our products complete up to 160 measuring cycles per second.

• Efficient – Direct distance data allows direct analysis of position, distance and significance
• Independent – Active infrared illumination makes Time-of-Flight independent from ambient light, color and patterns
• No moving parts in contrast to mirrors of laser scanners

• Fast – Up to 160 frames per second, each pixel is captured simultanously and individually
• Compact – Lens and illumination are closer together than in stereo- and triangular systems
• The compact setup without moving parts give BECOM Time-of-Flight sensors longlevity and makes them ideal for use in challenging

Tailored to client's requirements

As a system solution provider BECOM’s portfolio is completed by fully optimized 3D Time-of-Flight camera solutions based on client requirements, complete with integrated application software and customer assistance services. Innovative ideas and highest quality have made BECOM a trusted partner for all businesses. As such BECOM delivers customer specific solutions and products that can perform even in challenging environments. With specialists for industries such as the automotive and medical sectors, BECOM meets even demanding standards and regulations.

Flexibility and quality down to the smallest detail

Highly flexible and always on time. At BECOM, a team specialising in automation solutions guarantees effective operations and extremely efficient production processes. Cutting-edge production facilities enable the fully-automated, semi-automated or even manual production of electronic components and devices.

With our own test centres and multi-stage quality management, BECOM guarantees the highest quality throughout the entire production process. Thanks to an intelligent logistics system, BECOM is able to ensure optimum traceability throughout the whole operation. Our in-house development teams and innovative machine- achine and human- machine interfaces give our clients a decisive edge in Industry 4.0.

As a result of investments in people and technology in all of our facilities, today BECOM is a trailblazer in the fields of automation and digitisation. Solutions developed by us in-house in both of these sectors guarantee optimal quality from the development stage right up to the end products.

The right solution to every challenge

From the first prototype right up to high-precision serial production, BECOM offers every possible option. Manually assembled THT components are just as feasible as using SMT precision-assembly for millions of components every day.

Production

• SMT production
• THT production
• Robotics
• Coating
• Potting
• LED centering
• Press-fit technology
• Fully automated depanelisation
• Assembling / Box Build

Testing

• AOI
• X-Ray
• SPI
• ICT-Testing / Flying probe tests
• Functional tests
• Boundary scan test
• Burn In / Run In
• EOL
• Calibration

Bespoke validation

BECOM has been the first-choice for EMC compliance and environmental assessments for more than a decade. Clients from industry, the railways, the automotive sector, telecommunications and IT rely on our ISO / IEC 1705 accredited test laboratories. With support throughout the development process and standalone design solutions BECOM’s experts offer much more than ‘just’ measurement technology. Results can be interpreted immediately if so desired and used to create solution and design proposals.

BECOM guides its clients through every phase of a project, from system development, PCB design, routing, signal integrity to problem solving in existing systems right up to the final approval and validation stage. Providing support from the earliest preliminary and planning phases avoids the need for potential redesigns later on in the development cycle.

BECOM also offers all-inclusive services for setting up and running tests, from the test case preparation using LabVIEW, monitoring and controlling the tests, automating the functionality tests and climatic chambers right up to generating test reports and developing the electronics for selecting test specimens.

Cutting-edge test laboratories

Accredited test laboratories and accurate documentation guarantee exact results and detailed test reports during emission and immunity assessments. Test reports generated in the BECOM laboratories also provide evidence for self-declarations and for compliance with standards. These tests meet even the strictest test criteria of notable automotive clients.

EMC test laboratories

• 450 m2 with areas for HF, electronic tests and ESD
• Semi anechoic chamber (SAC) with 4 m height scanner – full compliance
• CISPR 25 absorption chamber 6 x 5 m – Full Compliance
• Shielded room – performance-related HF tests
• Pre-compliance absorption chamber for small test specimens

Frequency range

• Radiated emission: 100KHz to 28GHz
• Radiated immunity: 80MHz to 6GHz

Climatic test laboratory

• 14 temperature chambers, also known as climatic chambers
• Temperature: - 70° C to + 180° C
• Relative Humidity: 0 % to 100 %
• Temperature shock: - 75° C to + 200° C
• Climate stress screening: Temperature gradients
  of up to 15° K / min.

Accredited standards

• Commercial Devices – EMC 2004/108
• Automotive Measurement – EN 55025
• Military Standards – Mil. Std. 461E / F