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Revolutionary Image Clarity Technology Unveiled by Logic & Design

On July 31, Logic & Design held the “Vision Seminar 2026,” where they revealed the world’s first image clarity SoC, the LISr-RISA®. This innovative technology aims to enhance visibility in challenging environments such as low light, backlighting, and adverse weather conditions. The LISr technology captures faint light information with remarkable accuracy, enabling real-time image clarity by utilizing proprietary algorithms. This process transforms images into clearly visible “facts” almost instantaneously.

The compact 15mm chip, LISr-RISA®, significantly broadens the application possibilities for drones, robots, vehicles, and medical devices. During the seminar, they showcased various case studies demonstrating the potential impact of this technology on societal challenges.

Seminar Highlights

Technology Presentation by Logic & Design

1. Changing the Value of Images with LISr-RISA®
In the past two decades, image technology has evolved dramatically with the advent of 4K and 8K resolutions, drastically increasing pixel counts and information capture. However, Logic & Design emphasizes that the goal isn't merely improving image quality, but rather extracting valuable information that’s perceptible to humans, such as identifying anomalies and defects. Their technology finds applications across diverse sectors:

• - Infrastructure Monitoring: Aiding in theearly detection of issues like corrosion and leaks in bridges, tunnels, and railways, especially in low visibility conditions.
• - Factory Automation: Visualizing minute defects, thus improving image quality for AI inputs and enhancing inspection accuracy.
• - Mobility: Ensuring stable recognition of pedestrians and obstacles in poor lighting and weather, aiding in driver monitoring for drowsiness detection.
• - Defense: Extending identification ranges and enhancing night surveillance capabilities without drastically increasing drone weights.
• - Medical Applications: Enhancing visibility during endoscopic and laparoscopic surgeries, aiding AI diagnosis and reducing physician fatigue.

2. Overview of Image Enhancement Technology LISr-RISA®
The core principle of this technology lies in extracting inherent information rather than creating visuals from imagination. This means optimizing contrast based on pixel data and surrounding histogram distributions in a mere 0.004 seconds, a feat achieved through their patented technology. Previously, this process required bulk equipment the size of a video deck, but now it's feasible within a compact semiconductor chip.

3. Specifications and Development of LISr-RISA®
Designed to minimize size, energy consumption, and costs, LISr-RISA® includes additional features like noise reduction and auto focus—all integrated into one chip. Pre-made evaluation boards and camera modules are already available, providing immediate testing for various conditions.

Application Case Studies

Three partner companies presented their experiences with LISr-RISA® technology:

1. Prototype Cameras by Yupiteru
Keizo Takahashi, President of Yupiteru, showcased camera prototypes equipped with LISr-RISA®. They believe that this technology will elevate their existing night vision capabilities for driving recorders. Currently, they're working on a new prototype that supports 4K at 30fps.

2. Industrial Drone Applications by Futaba Electronics
Chihiro Uemura from Futaba Electronics discussed their advancements in industrial drones, emphasizing how LISr-RISA® addressed visibility issues impacted by weather conditions. This technology would provide cost-effective solutions for legal requirements around drone surveillance.

3. Marine Survey Applications by Sui Ryudo
Tomoyasu Sato, President of Sui Ryudo, highlighted the necessity of clarity in underwater surveys, especially given the shortage of divers. This technology allowed them to gather precise color information and visualize underwater conditions efficiently.

Concluding Remarks

The event concluded with insights from senior representatives, underscoring the importance of support and collaboration in bringing this innovative technology to the global market. With an average employee age of 55, Logic & Design showcases a unique blend of experience and innovation as they look to revolutionize image enhancement technology worldwide. The development phase has ended, and now begins the challenge of mass production and market introduction, aiming for high-value products to compete globally.