Wooptix

Wooptix is an innovative technology company specializing in computational imaging and light field technology. The company develops advanced imaging solutions that enhance the capabilities of traditional cameras, enabling applications in various fields such as medical imaging, microscopy, and consumer electronics.

Country

Spain

IPCEI Work stream

Sense

Ambitions and vision

Wooptix is an innovative technology company specializing in computational imaging and light field technology. The company develops advanced imaging solutions that enhance the capabilities of traditional cameras, enabling applications in various fields such as medical imaging, microscopy, and consumer electronics. Wooptix’s core technology captures the full light field information from a scene, which allows for post-capture focus adjustments, depth measurement, and the creation of 3D images from 2D photographs. This technology significantly improves imaging quality and flexibility, offering groundbreaking capabilities for precision and detail. The company's flagship products include advanced imaging systems and software that integrate seamlessly with existing hardware, providing users with enhanced functionality without the need for entirely new equipment. Wooptix's solutions are designed to cater to a range of industries, from healthcare, where precise imaging can aid in diagnostics and treatment, to entertainment and virtual reality, where immersive and interactive experiences are paramount. They aim to revolutionize the field of imaging through making high-quality, flexible imaging accessible and affordable for a wide range of applications. They aim to push the boundaries of what is possible with light field technology, transforming how images are captured, processed, and utilized.  

Technical fields

Wooptix operates in light field imaging, computational photography, and 3D imaging. Wooptix's proprietary light field technology captures comprehensive light information from a scene, enabling post-capture focus adjustments, depth estimation, and the creation of 3D images from standard 2D photographs. In the realm of medical imaging, Wooptix's technology enhances diagnostic tools by providing clearer, more detailed images that can be refocused after capture, aiding in more accurate diagnoses and better patient outcomes. For microscopy, their solutions allow for greater depth of field and the ability to adjust focus without physically manipulating the sample, improving both the efficiency and accuracy of microscopic examinations. Wooptix also caters to the consumer electronics market, where their technology can be integrated into smartphones and cameras to enable advanced features such as dynamic refocusing, improved low-light performance, and the generation of immersive 3D content. Their imaging systems and software are designed to be compatible with existing hardware, providing a cost-effective upgrade path for enhancing imaging capabilities. Moreover, Wooptix's solutions are pivotal in the fields of virtual and augmented reality, where capturing and processing high-quality, depth-rich images are essential for creating immersive experiences. Their technology enables the development of more realistic and interactive VR and AR applications. 

Keywords

Light Field Imaging Computational Photography 3D Imaging Depth Estimation Post-Capture Focus Adjustment Medical Imaging Microscopy Solutions