Motion estimation and image difference for multi-object tracking

This paper presents a multi-object tracking method for video images. This approach can be used for a wide range of applications, such as vehicle tracking for traffic control, security purposes for open/closed areas. This algorithm is based on motion estimation and image difference techniques. It provides an improved capability for object tracking, especially for cases with background conditions due to radiometric changes, camera motion instability and motion of different objects within the images. The method was successfully tested for vehicle traffic control by means of a video camera. Some results will be demonstrated off-line