As we celebrate the work of Max von Laue ( born 9th October 1879), the German physicist whose 1912 experiments launched X-ray diffraction into the scientific spotlight, we will take a look at XRD and consider: what is XRD, how it can be used and what a Laue pattern means, and why this technique remains essential across science and industry.
Read MoreProfessor Nigel Allinson MBE, one of the founders of ISDI, discusses the future trajectory of CMOS technology, in relation to Scientific and Medical imaging. Its challenges, opportunities, and its critical role in shaping next-generation of sensors and detectors. In this exclusive interview, Professor Nigel Allinson MBE shares his deep expertise and forward-looking perspectives on CMOS’s evolution in an increasingly demanding semiconductor landscape.
Read MoreSEMICON Europa 2025 is the leading event for electronics manufacturing in Europe. Taking place in Munich, Germany from November 18–21, 2025, it brings together a broad spectrum of professionals from across the electronics value chain.
This November, ISDI will be exhibiting alongside Tichawa Vision, showcasing our latest technologies in sensors, detectors, and custom design services for industrial and machine vision applications. Visit us in Hall C1, Booth 643
Read MoreDesigned by our R&D team to meet demanding requirements in high-speed industrial imaging, the Tichawa Visions BergKristall sensor was developed as a flexible and scalable platform. We spoke with the ISDI Senior Design Engineer behind the project to learn more about the development process, the key challenges, and how collaboration shaped the outcome.
Read MoreFollowing his retirement in June 2025 as Distinguished Chair of Image Engineering at the University of Lincoln, we celebrated the achievements of Professor Nigel Allinson MBE, one of ISDI’s founding members. To honour his contributions, we created a series of videos (recorded last year) in which Professor Allinson discusses topics such as the origins of ISDI, scientific applications of CMOS technology, and the future of CMOS imaging.
Read MoreChoosing between custom-designed and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) image sensors is a critical decision that impacts product differentiation, market reach and long-term costs. While COTS sensors offer convenience, custom solutions provide tailored performance and competitive advantages. At ISDI, we offer both standard CMOS image sensors and specialized custom design services to meet diverse customer needs.
Read MoreISDI has deep expertise in developing specialized CMOS wafer-scale devices for imaging applications in medical, scientific, and industrial X-ray detection. ISDI created rapid development methods which are designed around reuse of existing proven semiconductor IP, with a large library including pixel designs and 16 bit high speed ADCs. In this article ISDI CEO and CTO describes how ISDI structures projects and explains the typical stages.
Read MoreISDIs R&D Austria team representatives will be attending AACD (Advances in Analog Circuit Design) 2025 Conference at the University of Twente in Enschede, The Netherlands, from March 26-28. This event brings together experts in analog circuit design to discuss the latest innovations and research in the field.
If you're attending as well, let’s connect - we are looking forward to exchanging ideas and insights. See you there!
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Read MoreISDI has undertaken image sensor and readout application specific integrated circuit (ROIC) design in several challenging fields including X-ray, proton and electron imaging. These fields share a common challenge – mitigating the damage caused to CMOS image sensors and ROICs by ionising radiation. Designing radiation-hard imaging devices such as X-ray detectors for 24/7 inline operation in electric vehicle battery factories, is one of ISDI’s core capabilities. This blog post explores some of the challenges faced by engineers when designing devices that can operate successfully despite being exposed to high levels of radiation.
Read MoreCustom sensor IC is a core skill at ISDI (Image Sensor Design and Innovation) and an area where the company has successfully completed numerous international projects. The high quality of the custom design service stems from the expertise of the engineers and the significant emphasis placed on customer service within the organization. ISDI provides unique, tailor-made sensors designed for specific applications.
In this article, Thalis Anaxagoras, Founder and CEO, and James Brodrick, CTO, describe the custom design service at ISDI.
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