Combining Sunplus Innovation’s high-performance edge computing ISP design capabilities with Tian Yuan Global’s advanced thermal imaging sensing technology, the two companies are showcasing a fully homegrown infrared thermal imaging ISP solution at CES 2026. This solution is specifically designed for AIoT, smart security, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).

Breaking Monopolies: Achieving Full Autonomy in Infrared Perception

Core infrared thermal imaging technology has long been dominated by a select few international manufacturers. This strategic alliance successfully integrates the entire supply chain—from the core infrared thermal sensor components to the Image Signal Processing (ISP) chip—achieving 100% domestic autonomous technology development.

This achievement not only marks a breakthrough for Taiwan in overcoming foreign technological monopolies in the infrared perception sector but also represents a milestone in supply chain security and technological sovereignty.

Sunplus ISP + Tian Yuan Sensing: Smart Transformation of the Physical World

In this collaboration, Tian Yuan Global provides high-precision, domestically developed infrared thermal sensing technology, while Sunplus Innovation delivers a dedicated, high-efficiency ISP chip. The current phase of this collaboration will be demonstrated live at CES 2026.

This solution heralds a shared vision for the future of AI ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits), dedicated to pushing Taiwan’s autonomous chip capabilities to the global market.

Technical Highlights: High Frame Rate & "Metadata" Decision Making

The next-generation chip, jointly developed by Sunplus and Tian Yuan, utilizes leading autonomous image algorithms to support High Frame Rate output. It features a built-in AI engine capable of Feature Extraction:

• Extreme Fluidity & Real-Time Response: Supports high frame rate output to ensure fluid image capture in high-speed motion scenarios (such as drone flight or vehicular obstacle avoidance), significantly enhancing the precision of AI tracking and recognition.
• Data Refinement & Low Bandwidth: The chip processes images into "Metadata" at the edge in real-time, saving 99% of data transmission bandwidth—a critical feature for UAV telemetry and wireless sensor networks.
• UAV & Industrial Applications: Combining high frame rates with a lightweight design, the solution offers longer endurance and more agile automatic obstacle avoidance for drone night patrols, precision agriculture, and forest fire prevention.
• Privacy Protection & Safety: Solves privacy concerns in smart buildings and medical care by outputting Metadata, while providing millisecond-level thermal characteristic feedback for automotive AEB (Autonomous Emergency Braking) systems.

Executive Commentary

Prover Tsai, General Manager of Sunplus Innovation Technology, stated:
"Sunplus Innovation is dedicated to developing domestic autonomous ISP technology. Through this deep collaboration with Tian Yuan Global, we are proving to the world that Taiwan is capable of designing not only top-tier PC imaging chips but also possesses 100% autonomous R&D and mass production capabilities in AI edge perception and infrared thermal sensor technology."

Mass Chung, General Manager of Tian Yuan Global Corp., stated:
"Tian Yuan Global’s expertise in infrared sensing technology, combined with Sunplus Innovation’s IC design strength, has realized the fully domestic production of both sensors and ISPs. This not only significantly enhances product competitiveness and response speed but also provides global customers with a safer, more reliable, and autonomous technology solution."