multi camera on FPGA

[AL85]

Hello, 

Im interested in INTEL FPGAs to build a multi camera system on FPGA.

The idea is to have a system of 4-6 cameras connected to an FPGA where specific image processing and computer vision functionalities will be implemented.

Do you know if there is any Intel dev board kit with 4-6 cameras already existing,  so we can start our fast prototyping to implement our image processings on fabric ?

I also welcome your suggestions

Thank you in advance

[Wincent_Altera]

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[Wincent_Altera]

Hi Elie,

Thanks for interest in Altera products.

Your explanation area is too wide, but I can laydown some of the suggestion based on my experience for you to choose the right product.

Here are some steps you can take to start prototyping your multi-camera system on an Intel FPGA:

1. Choose an FPGA Development Kit: Select an Intel FPGA development kit that has enough I/O capability and logic resources to handle multiple camera inputs and the processing requirements of your application. Kits based on the Intel Cyclone, Arria, Stratix and Agilex 5 series (with MIPI) are popular choices for image processing and computer vision tasks. But you may want to consider the desired speed, video quality and IO based on your technical requirement
2. Camera Interface: Ensure that the development kit has the appropriate interfaces for your cameras. Common interfaces for camera connectivity include MIPI CSI-2, LVDS, or parallel interfaces. Some development kits may have an FMC (FPGA Mezzanine Card) connector, which allows for additional customization and expansion capabilities.
3. Camera Modules: You will need to source camera modules that are compatible with the interfaces on your FPGA development board. If the board doesn't have a direct camera interface, you might need to use an adapter or an additional interface card.
4. Design Your System: Plan out how the cameras will be connected to the FPGA and how the image data will be processed. This includes designing or selecting IP cores for tasks such as image capture, buffering, processing, and data transmission.
5. Development Tools: Use Intel's Quartus Prime design software to develop your FPGA configuration. You may also need additional software for computer vision development, such as OpenCV, which can be used in conjunction with the FPGA for algorithm development and prototyping.
6. IP Cores and Libraries: Look for existing IP cores and libraries that can help accelerate your development. Intel provides a range of IP cores that can be used for image processing, and there are also third-party cores available.
7. Custom Hardware: If you need a more customized solution, you might consider designing a custom PCB that interfaces with the FPGA development board and provides connections for multiple cameras.

Below is some technical paper that you can refer

https://www.eetasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/next-gen-4k-camera-designs-with-agilex-5-fpga-whitepaper.pdf

For ready prototype for 3-4 ,camera unfortunately we do not have any ready-demo solution,

I suggest you to check with your local Altera FPGA distributor, https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/partner/showcase/partner-directory/distributor.html#sort=relevancy&f:@sfdisticomponents_en=[Field%20Programmable%20Gate%20Array]

I strongly believe that they can provide you with a better suggestion.

Regards,

Wincent_Intel

[Wincent_Altera]

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[Wincent_Altera]

Hi,

Given no any reply in this loop, I will transition the rest to community support.

If you have any further question, feel free to file an new forum thread. Someone will be there to assist.

Regards,

Wincent