Title :
Introducing focus in the generalized symmetry operator
Author :
Parsons, Christopher J. ; Nixon, Mark S.
Author_Institution :
Southampton Univ., UK
fDate :
3/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The generalized symmetry operator extracts image features by accumulating evidence based on spatial and directional edge constraints. A novel extension enables local focus to improve discriminatory ability in the symmetry functional. Results on simulated and real imagery confirm this new capability.
Keywords :
edge detection; feature extraction; mathematical operators; transforms; directional edge constraint; generalized symmetry operator; generalized symmetry transform; image features extraction; local focus; real imagery; simulated imagery; spatial constraints; symmetry functional; Computer science; Computer vision; Detection algorithms; Discrete transforms; Feature extraction; Focusing; Image edge detection; Shape measurement; Standards publication;
Journal_Title :
Signal Processing Letters, IEEE
