Nikon Timeline

Events

• 2026-09-30 - Product Launch - Nikon announces 3D tracking upgrade for Robot Vision System - The software estimates position, inclination and orientation while parts move on a conveyor. Nikon says robots can follow moving workpieces without an external conveyor encoder. Existing Robot Vision System customers can obtain the feature through a paid… - source: nikon.com
• 2024-02-09 - Demonstration - Asilla begins its first overseas security trial at Nikon Thailand - The trial started on February 9, 2024 and covered both the factory perimeter and interior areas. AI Security asilla analysed existing camera feeds for falls, unusual behaviour and other workplace-safety risks. The partners tested whether immediate alerts… - source: jp.asilla.com
• 2023-10-17 - Commercial Order - Nikon selects Aeva LiDAR-on-chip for industrial inspection products - Aeva was selected to supply micron-precise LiDAR-on-chip technology under a multi-year production agreement. The target inspection markets include automotive, aerospace and renewable-energy manufacturing. - source: aeva.com
• 2021-08-10 - Partnership - Aeva and Nikon partner on 4D LiDAR for industrial metrology - The partners are applying Aeva's FMCW 4D lidar to precision manufacturing and metrology beyond automotive autonomy. Nikon contributes industrial precision and laser-radar expertise to the collaboration. - source: industry.nikon.com
• 2016-09-15 - Funding - Carbon raises $81 million in Series C extension - New investors included GE Ventures, BMW, Nikon and JSR, alongside existing investors. Carbon planned expansion into Europe, Japan and other Asian markets. Cumulative funding reached $222 million. - source: carbon3d.com