Cognitive Visual Inspection, a new IBM Watson Internet of Things (IoT) solution for manufacturers

At the core of stakes, we have the ability to minimize costly defects and increase product quality.

In effect, a new IBM Watson Internet of Things (IoT) solution, Cognitive Visual Inspection aims to reduce inspection time by 80 percent and cut manufacturing defects by 7-10 percent.

I can observe that, using an ultra-high definition (UHD) camera and cognitive capabilities from IBM Watson, the solution captures images of products as they move through production and assembly, and together with human inspectors, can detect defects in products, including scratches or pinhole-size punctures. The solution, which continuously learns based on human assessment of the defect classifications in the images, is designed to help manufacturers improve for product excellence, and deliver on the promise of Industry 4.0.