Title :
Forensic uses of infrared video
Author :
Riedel, Robert B. ; Coffin, Jeffrey S. ; Prokoski, Francine J.
Author_Institution :
MIKOS Ltd., Herndon, VA, USA
Abstract :
A comprehensive investigation of the commercial applicability of infrared technology has been conducted. While the main focus of these efforts has been evaluation of technology applicable to an infrared facial identification system, the availability of imaging and image processing equipment has made it possible to assess the use of infrared systems and analytical techniques for other applications. The investigation has included collection and analysis of indoor and outdoor infrared imagery for potential use in scene surveillance, target identification, vehicle identification and tracking, and structural inspection. In addition, studies of medical and quality control applications of infrared imagery have been conducted. As a result of these efforts several potential uses of infrared imagery in criminal investigations have been identified, including crime scene investigation, surveillance, vehicle identification, and pursuit of suspects
Keywords :
image processing equipment; image sensors; infrared imaging; inspection; police data processing; analysis; collection; crime scene; forensic use; image processing; infrared facial identification; infrared imagery; infrared technology; infrared video; medical data; night vision; quality control; scene surveillance; structural inspection; target identification; tracking; vehicle identification; Availability; Focusing; Forensics; Image analysis; Image processing; Infrared imaging; Infrared surveillance; Layout; Optical imaging; Vehicles;
Conference_Titel :
Security Technology, 1992. Crime Countermeasures, Proceedings. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers 1992 International Carnahan Conference on
Conference_Location :
Atlanta, GA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-0568-X
DOI :
10.1109/CCST.1992.253766
