# Electronica 24: Omron's Innovations in Electronic Inspection Technologies

- Show: [EMS@C-LEVEL](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/ems-c-level)
- Published: 2024-12-19
- Length: 8m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/ems-c-level/2024-12-19-electronica-24-omrons-innovations-in-electronic-inspection-technologies

## Summary

Grischa Wasmus of Omron discusses the company's latest electronic inspection technologies showcased at Electronica 2024, including the SN80 3D AOI system and the VT-X750, X850, and X950 inline X-ray solutions for PCB and semiconductor industries. He explains how the Q-App Suite software integrates data from various machines, including partnerships with Fuji and Panasonic, to create real-time feedback loops for production adjustments. The conversation highlights the use of AI for automatic programming of rare boards and the integration of automation like AMRs to enhance efficiency and yield in high-mix manufacturing environments.

## Chapters

- [0:09](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/ems-c-level/2024-12-19-electronica-24-omrons-innovations-in-electronic-inspection-technologies#t=9) Introduction: Grischa Wasmus and Omron's Inspection Portfolio
- [1:42](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/ems-c-level/2024-12-19-electronica-24-omrons-innovations-in-electronic-inspection-technologies#t=102) Inline X-ray Solutions: VT-X750, X850, and X950
- [2:20](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/ems-c-level/2024-12-19-electronica-24-omrons-innovations-in-electronic-inspection-technologies#t=140) Q-App Suite and Cross-Discipline Data Integration
- [4:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/ems-c-level/2024-12-19-electronica-24-omrons-innovations-in-electronic-inspection-technologies#t=241) Blurring Lines Between PCB and Semiconductor Industries
- [4:52](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/ems-c-level/2024-12-19-electronica-24-omrons-innovations-in-electronic-inspection-technologies#t=292) AI for Automatic Programming and High-Mix Efficiency
- [6:43](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/ems-c-level/2024-12-19-electronica-24-omrons-innovations-in-electronic-inspection-technologies#t=403) Automation, AMRs, and Industry 4.0 Realities

## Topics

- [PCB design & layout](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/pcb-design)
- [AI & machine learning](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/ai-and-machine-learning)
- [Manufacturing partners & offshoring](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/manufacturing-partners)
- [Factory operations & automation](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/factory-operations)
- [Quality & yield](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/quality-and-yield)

## Most relevant to

large enterprises

## Mentioned

- Omron (company)
- CKD (company)
- SN80 (product)
- VT-X750 (product)
- X850 (product)
- X950 (product)
- Q-App Suite (product)
- Fuji (company)
- Panasonic (company)
- IPC (company)
- Koh Young (company)

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