Machine Vision & Digital Imaging
The machine vision and digital imaging industry seek to utilise the inspection and analysis of image-based data and information, in order to perform inspection, guidance and control processes automatically or autonomously.
Technology within the sector continues advance at a rapid pace, driven by advancements in software and hardware systems, and integrations capabilities.
As the technology advances, new markets emerge such as rapid digitisation of traditional moving film archives, and the digital archiving of historical genealogy documentation.
The below example list is not exhaustive. It provides a summarised representative sample of qualifying activities.
Examples of activities within the sector which present R&D Tax Credit opportunities include;
- Development of core technology to advance night vision product functionality.
- Advancement of machine vision system to facilitate use in automated robotic cell with low level lighting during unmanned operations.
- Development of diagnostic imaging software to aid dental assessments, surgery and implant placement.
The team at PGR Advisory also work with clients to review and enhance claims undertaken by ‘pop up’ firms to ensure accuracy, while also educating the client as to the correct means of application going forward.
We have successfully completed a significant number of claims within the machine vision and digital imaging industry.