Machine Vision Organizations and Associations

There are a number of organizations that either focus strictly machine vision or have a division dedicated to Machine Vision.

Advanced Imaging

Advanced Imaging Magazine focuses on high end imaging applications and the design of imaging systems. A lot of their focus is on embedded products such as satellite imaging, medical x-ray imaging, bio-id applications, etc. They also have the MVP (Machine Vision Professional) program. This program is designed to test professionals specializing in Machine Vision, but there are some nuggets that can be gleaned even by people new to the technology.

Automated Imaging Association

Automated Imaging Association focuses almost exclusively on the Machine Vision Industry, with many articles about the industry movers and shakers, changes in the industry, and new products and technologies.

Optical Society of America

Photonics

Photonics Magazine focuses on high end optics applications and articles, which makes for fascinating reading, but is geared more towards fiber optics, lasers, image processing applications, etc. Occasionally, they will have an article about Machine Vision, but it is the exception rather than the rule.

Vision Systems Design

Vision Systems Design is a magazine really geared for Machine Vision users and integrators. They also have a comprehensive buyers guide, industry news, and excellent articles about successful machine vision installations.