v1.1.0
🚀 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
- Update Python: Ensure Python 3.10+ is installed
- Update Dependencies: Run
pip install -r requirements.txt - Reinstall Package: Run
pip install -e . - 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
- Fork the Repository: Create your own fork
- Create Feature Branch:
git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature - Make Changes: Implement your improvements
- Add Tests: Ensure comprehensive test coverage
- Submit PR: Create a pull request with detailed description
📞 Support & Community
Getting Help
- Documentation: ReadTheDocs
- Issues: GitHub Issues
- Discussions: GitHub Discussions
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
🔗 Links
- Repository: GitHub
- Documentation: ReadTheDocs
- PyPI Package: Coming soon
- Changelog: CHANGELOG.md