The Gaussian Maxima Filter (GMF): A new approach for scale-space smoothing of an image

Author(s):  
J. Bhattacharya ◽  
S. Majumder ◽  
G. Sanyal
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1994 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 365-372 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bimal Kumar Ray ◽  
Kumar S. Ray
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Author(s):  
JEZEKIEL BEN-ARIE ◽  
ZHIQIAN WANG

This paper presents a new approach for shape description and invariant recognition by geometric-normalization implemented by neural networks. The neural system consists of a shape description network, a normalization network and a recognition stage based on fuzzy pyramidal neural networks. The description network uses a novel approach for hierarchical shape segmentation and representation which expands the image shapes into localized feature tokens. These feature tokens form a compact description of the shape and its components that include information on their location, size and orientation. The description network, which is composed of a novel pyramidal architecture called the Vectorial Gradual Lattice Pyramid, processes in parallel a new vectorial scale space representation of the shape. A novel measure called Cancellation Energy is used to determine the feature tokens. The normalization network utilizes the location, size and orientation information in the feature tokens to geometric-normalize the shape or its components with respect to these parameters. The recognition network which has a pyramidal structure, uses a fuzzy representation of these normalized feature tokens to achieve robust invariant recognition. Experimental results demonstrate robust recognition in large variations of scale, rotation, translation and also in moderate affine transformations and partial occlusion.


2012 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 283-295
Author(s):  
Mateusz Komorkiewicz ◽  
Jaromir Przybyło

Abstract Because the amount of various video streams recorded by video surveillance systems is increasing, the new approach, where human operator analyzing the video is replaced by artificial intelligence system is gaining new followers. The algorithm have to meet several requirements: must be accurate and not produce too many false alarms, moreover it must be able to process the received video stream in real-time to provide sufficient response time. In the article a system is presented which is able to detect and analyze walking pedestrians. It is based on two algorithms: scale space and matching contours using distance transform. The information can be used by other parts of the advanced video surveillance system, namely object tracking by detection, detecting heavy equipment only zone intrusion or for sorting out possible suspicious persons (pickpocket, homeless etc.).


10.14311/948 ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 47 (4-5) ◽  
Author(s):  
P. Hosten ◽  
M. Asbach

This paper presents a new approach to the detection of facial features. A scale adapted Harris Corner detector is used to find interest points in scale-space. These points are described by the SIFT descriptor. Thus invariance with respect to image scale, rotation and illumination is obtained. Applying a Karhunen-Loeve transform reduces the dimensionality of the feature space. In the training process these features are clustered by the k-means algorithm, followed by a cluster analysis to find the most distinctive clusters, which represent facial features in feature space. Finally, a classifier based on the nearest neighbor approach is used to decide whether the features obtained from the interest points are facial features or not. 


1999 ◽  
Vol 173 ◽  
pp. 185-188
Author(s):  
Gy. Szabó ◽  
K. Sárneczky ◽  
L.L. Kiss

AbstractA widely used tool in studying quasi-monoperiodic processes is the O–C diagram. This paper deals with the application of this diagram in minor planet studies. The main difference between our approach and the classical O–C diagram is that we transform the epoch (=time) dependence into the geocentric longitude domain. We outline a rotation modelling using this modified O–C and illustrate the abilities with detailed error analysis. The primary assumption, that the monotonity and the shape of this diagram is (almost) independent of the geometry of the asteroids is discussed and tested. The monotonity enables an unambiguous distinction between the prograde and retrograde rotation, thus the four-fold (or in some cases the two-fold) ambiguities can be avoided. This turned out to be the main advantage of the O–C examination. As an extension to the theoretical work, we present some preliminary results on 1727 Mette based on new CCD observations.


Author(s):  
V. Mizuhira ◽  
Y. Futaesaku

Previously we reported that tannic acid is a very effective fixative for proteins including polypeptides. Especially, in the cross section of microtubules, thirteen submits in A-tubule and eleven in B-tubule could be observed very clearly. An elastic fiber could be demonstrated very clearly, as an electron opaque, homogeneous fiber. However, tannic acid did not penetrate into the deep portion of the tissue-block. So we tried Catechin. This shows almost the same chemical natures as that of proteins, as tannic acid. Moreover, we thought that catechin should have two active-reaction sites, one is phenol,and the other is catechole. Catechole site should react with osmium, to make Os- black. Phenol-site should react with peroxidase existing perhydroxide.


Author(s):  
K. Chien ◽  
R. Van de Velde ◽  
I.P. Shintaku ◽  
A.F. Sassoon

Immunoelectron microscopy of neoplastic lymphoma cells is valuable for precise localization of surface antigens and identification of cell types. We have developed a new approach in which the immunohistochemical staining can be evaluated prior to embedding for EM and desired area subsequently selected for ultrathin sectioning.A freshly prepared lymphoma cell suspension is spun onto polylysine hydrobromide- coated glass slides by cytocentrifugation and immediately fixed without air drying in polylysine paraformaldehyde (PLP) fixative. After rinsing in PBS, slides are stained by a 3-step immunoperoxidase method. Cell monolayer is then fixed in buffered 3% glutaraldehyde prior to DAB reaction. After the DAB reaction step, wet monolayers can be examined under LM for presence of brown reaction product and selected monolayers then processed by routine methods for EM and embedded with the Chien Re-embedding Mold. After the polymerization, the epoxy blocks are easily separated from the glass slides by heatingon a 100°C hot plate for 20 seconds.


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