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automotiveSeptember 13, 2026

Revolutionary SPAD Sensor Set to Transform ASEAN Factories

Singular Photonics' new Litavis sensor promises to revolutionize imaging and data processing in Southeast Asian factories.

A New Era in Imaging for ASEAN Factories \\[Singular Photonics, an Edinburgh-based semiconductor company, has unveiled a groundbreaking image sensor named Litavis. This innovative device is designed to integrate photon counting, timing, and statistical analysis directly on a single chip, marking a significant leap forward in the field of imaging technology. For factories in Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia, this means more efficient and versatile imaging systems that can handle a wide range of applications. \\[Litavis is the world's first single-photon avalanche diode (SPAD) sensor with in-pixel processing capabilities. Unlike traditional sensors that send large amounts of raw data to external processors, Litavis performs part of the analysis within the sensor itself. This reduces data transfer requirements, leading to lower latency and more power-efficient imaging systems. In practical terms, this means that factories can achieve real-time imaging and analysis, which is crucial for applications such as machine vision, robotics, and quality control. \\[The sensor's software-configurable architecture allows it to be reprogrammed for different tasks without the need for new hardware. This flexibility is particularly valuable for ASEAN factories, where diverse manufacturing processes often require multiple types of imaging solutions. For example, in Thailand's automotive industry, Litavis can be used for precise defect detection, while in Vietnam's electronics sector, it can enhance the accuracy of component placement. \\[In addition to its versatility, Litavis offers advanced features such as programmable time gating, multiple time-to-digital converter (TDC) configurations, and time-correlated single-photon counting (TCSPC). These capabilities enable the sensor to capture not only the intensity of light but also the timing and distribution of photon events. This additional information is invaluable for applications like fluorescence lifetime imaging, dynamic light scattering, and quantum sensing, which are increasingly important in high-precision manufacturing. \\[For factory buyers in ASEAN, the benefits of adopting Litavis are clear. The sensor's ability to perform in-pixel processing and generate timestamped photon events on a 64 × 64 macropixel grid provides picosecond-resolution timing, making it ideal for applications that require high precision. Moreover, the reduced data transfer and improved power efficiency can lead to cost savings and more sustainable operations. As Singular Photonics prepares to showcase Litavis at upcoming trade shows, including SPIE Sensors + Imaging in Edinburgh and VISION in Stuttgart, factory buyers in ASEAN have a unique opportunity to explore how this cutting-edge technology can transform their operations. \\[In conclusion, the introduction of Litavis by Singular Photonics represents a significant advancement in imaging technology, offering ASEAN factories a powerful tool to enhance their productivity, efficiency, and quality. By integrating advanced photon processing directly into the sensor, Litavis opens up new possibilities for a wide range of industrial applications, from machine vision to scientific imaging. For factory buyers, the time to embrace this innovation is now, as it promises to deliver tangible benefits and a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape.

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Editorial rewrite by ASEAN Machine team, based on public reporting from Interesting Engineering, with added ASEAN manufacturing context.

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