Title :
Mixed image format environments: comparisons, tradeoffs, and issues
Author :
Foshee, C. Scott
Author_Institution :
Booz Allen & Hamilton Inc., USA
Abstract :
As the extent of the networked image environments grows, it becomes increasing likely that multiple image formats will be present within a network. This paper addresses the general evolution of this environment through a specific examination of three image formats likely to be present: Digital Image Communication in Medicine (DICOM) Image Processing and Interchange (IPI)-Image Interchange Format (IIF) and the National Image Transmission Format (NITF). For each format, its approach to image format development and data encapsulation are both presented and compared to the other formats, and distinguishing capabilities and limitations are identified. A possible integration scheme for IIF and DICOM is presented and the relationship of NITF to IPI-IIF and DICOM is identified. Since a mixed image format environment could include acquired imagery, reference imagery material, or even document imagery, generalized interoperability will be a requirement of future systems. Results are generalized to provide an indication as to how this problem may be addressed
Keywords :
medical image processing; open systems; standards; visual communication; DICOM; Digital Image Communication in Medicine; IIF; IPI; Image Interchange Format; Image Processing and Interchange; NITF; National Image Transmission Format; acquired imagery; document imagery; image format; image formats; interoperability; networked image environments; reference imagery; Biomedical imaging; DICOM; Data encapsulation; Digital images; ISO standards; Image communication; Image processing; Image storage; Information systems; Printers;
Conference_Titel :
Image Management and Communications, 1995., Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Oahu Island, HI
Print_ISBN :
0-8186-7560-8
DOI :
10.1109/IMAC.1995.532931