Cognex names vision-sensor director

Cognex Corp. said today it has named Pascal Dorster as senior director of in-vehicle vision sensors.

The Natick company said Dorster will oversee the development and marketing of Cognex vision products that are designed for use inside vehicles.

According to Cognex, an automobile system that includes sensors, digital signal processors, and Cognex developed vision software can be used to continuously monitor the space surrounding a vehicle and instantly alert drivers to potentially dangerous conditions.
(By Chris Reidy, Globe staff)