scholarly journals Crack Detection on Concrete Surfaces Using Deep Encoder-Decoder Convolutional Neural Network: A Comparison Study Between U-Net and DeepLabV3+

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 323
Author(s):  
Patrick Nicholas Hadinata ◽  
Djoni Simanta ◽  
Liyanto Eddy ◽  
Kohei Nagai
Keyword(s):  
Neural Network ◽  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Convolutional Neural Network ◽  
Crack Detection ◽  
Detection Methods ◽  
Processing Unit ◽  
Validation Data ◽  
Efficient System ◽  
External Data ◽  
Segmentation Accuracy

Maintenance of infrastructures is a crucial activity to ensure safety using crack detection methods on concrete structures. However, most practice of crack detection is carried out manually, which is unsafe, highly subjective, and time-consuming. Therefore, a more accurate and efficient system needs to be implemented using artificial intelligence. Convolutional neural network (CNN), a subset of artificial intelligence, is used to detect cracks on concrete surfaces through semantic image segmentation. The purpose of this research is to compare the effectiveness of cutting-edge encoder-decoder architectures in detecting cracks on concrete surfaces using U-Net and DeepLabV3+ architectures with potential in biomedical, and sparse multiscale image segmentations, respectively. Neural networks were trained using cloud computing with a high-performance Graphics Processing Unit NVIDIA Tesla V100 and 27.4 GB of RAM. This study used internal and external data. Internal data consisted of simple cracks and were used as the training and validation data. Meanwhile, external data consisted of more complex cracks, which were used for further testing. Both architectures were compared based on four evaluation metrics in terms of accuracy, F1, precision, and recall. U-Net achieved segmentation accuracy = 96.57%, F1 = 87.55%, precision = 88.15%, and recall = 88.94%, while DeepLabV3+ achieved segmentation accuracy = 96.47%, F1 = 85.29%, precision = 92.07%, and recall = 81.84%. Experiment results (internal and external data) indicated that both architectures were accurate and effective in segmenting cracks. Additionally, U-Net and DeepLabV3+ exceeded the performance of previously tested architecture, namely FCN.

scholarly journals Applications of neural networks for crack initiation and propagation monitoring in aircraft structures

2021 ◽  
pp. 99-103
Author(s):  
Надія Іванівна Бурау ◽  
Святослав Сергійович Юцкевич ◽  
Андрій Ігорович Компанець
Keyword(s):  
Neural Network ◽  
Convolutional Neural Network ◽  
Crack Detection ◽  
Focal Length ◽  
Fatigue Cracks ◽  
Sliding Window ◽  
Detection Methods ◽  
Main Task ◽  
Learning Technology ◽  
Special Equipment

Timely detection of fatigue cracks on aircraft structural elements is the main task in damage tolerance principle approach. In this regard, much attention in aviation is paid to the methods of non-destructive testing which requires special equipment with the involvement of highly qualified personnel. Nowadays we can see that technologies that can learn to identify defects are preferred to simplify the gap process and minimize human factor errors. A self-learning technology is incorporated in the crack detection program. This makes it possible to increase the sensitivity of defects in the mode of the used technically false equipment. Unlike the detection methods of other machine learning detection systems, the system developed in this paper can also measure the cracks without the use of sophisticated sensors. However, the proposed system requires a photo-capturing device. Compared to similar visual systems, the developed system can work with very noisy images and detect cracks up to 0.3 mm. To do this, the webcam from the mid-range segment with 1920×1080 resolutions is used, that makes such technology easy to access. All modifications in the design of the camera scheme were associated with a change in the focal length, implemented by shifting the lens relative to the matrix. It allows the camera to focus on close distance less than 50 cm. For the fatigue tests compact specimens of duralumin alloy D16T with edge stress concentrator were used. The specimens were cycle tested by cantilever banding with stress ratio R=-1. Loading bogie apply force to specimens in direction normal to specimen surface. A loading value depends on the length of the loading crank and can be adjusted if needed.  To measure cracks in the processed images, a visual control program on a convolutional neural network and a sliding window algorithm were used. About 4,000 images were used to train the algorithm. The sliding window algorithm analyzes small images sequentially. One by one, image regions were selected and monitored for cracks using a convolutional neural network. Areas with detected cracks are memorized by the sliding window algorithm.

scholarly journals Performance Evaluation of Deep CNN-Based Crack Detection and Localization Techniques for Concrete Structures

Sensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (5) ◽  
pp. 1688
Author(s):  
Luqman Ali ◽  
Fady Alnajjar ◽  
Hamad Al Jassmi ◽  
Munkhjargal Gochoo ◽  
Wasif Khan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Neural Network ◽  
Convolutional Neural Network ◽  
Crack Detection ◽  
Concrete Structures ◽  
Model Performance ◽  
Training Data ◽  
Computational Time ◽  
Data Heterogeneity ◽  
Public Datasets ◽  
Detection And Localization

This paper proposes a customized convolutional neural network for crack detection in concrete structures. The proposed method is compared to four existing deep learning methods based on training data size, data heterogeneity, network complexity, and the number of epochs. The performance of the proposed convolutional neural network (CNN) model is evaluated and compared to pretrained networks, i.e., the VGG-16, VGG-19, ResNet-50, and Inception V3 models, on eight datasets of different sizes, created from two public datasets. For each model, the evaluation considered computational time, crack localization results, and classification measures, e.g., accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score. Experimental results demonstrated that training data size and heterogeneity among data samples significantly affect model performance. All models demonstrated promising performance on a limited number of diverse training data; however, increasing the training data size and reducing diversity reduced generalization performance, and led to overfitting. The proposed customized CNN and VGG-16 models outperformed the other methods in terms of classification, localization, and computational time on a small amount of data, and the results indicate that these two models demonstrate superior crack detection and localization for concrete structures.

scholarly journals Convolutional Neural Network-Based Artificial Intelligence for Classification of Protein Localization Patterns

Biomolecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 264
Author(s):  
Kaisa Liimatainen ◽  
Riku Huttunen ◽  
Leena Latonen ◽  
Pekka Ruusuvuori
Keyword(s):  
Neural Network ◽  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Convolutional Neural Network ◽  
High Throughput ◽  
Protein Function ◽  
Protein Localization ◽  
Convolutional Network ◽  
High Throughput Analysis ◽  
Fully Convolutional Network

Identifying localization of proteins and their specific subpopulations associated with certain cellular compartments is crucial for understanding protein function and interactions with other macromolecules. Fluorescence microscopy is a powerful method to assess protein localizations, with increasing demand of automated high throughput analysis methods to supplement the technical advancements in high throughput imaging. Here, we study the applicability of deep neural network-based artificial intelligence in classification of protein localization in 13 cellular subcompartments. We use deep learning-based on convolutional neural network and fully convolutional network with similar architectures for the classification task, aiming at achieving accurate classification, but importantly, also comparison of the networks. Our results show that both types of convolutional neural networks perform well in protein localization classification tasks for major cellular organelles. Yet, in this study, the fully convolutional network outperforms the convolutional neural network in classification of images with multiple simultaneous protein localizations. We find that the fully convolutional network, using output visualizing the identified localizations, is a very useful tool for systematic protein localization assessment.

scholarly journals Development of in-house fully residual deep convolutional neural network-based segmentation software for the male pelvic CT

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hideaki Hirashima ◽  
Mitsuhiro Nakamura ◽  
Pascal Baillehache ◽  
Yusuke Fujimoto ◽  
Shota Nakagawa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Neural Network ◽  
Convolutional Neural Network ◽  
Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy ◽  
Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy ◽  
Deep Convolutional Neural Network ◽  
Training Dataset ◽  
Dice Similarity Coefficient ◽  
Optimal Model ◽  
Pelvic Region ◽  
Segmentation Accuracy

Abstract Background This study aimed to (1) develop a fully residual deep convolutional neural network (CNN)-based segmentation software for computed tomography image segmentation of the male pelvic region and (2) demonstrate its efficiency in the male pelvic region. Methods A total of 470 prostate cancer patients who had undergone intensity-modulated radiotherapy or volumetric-modulated arc therapy were enrolled. Our model was based on FusionNet, a fully residual deep CNN developed to semantically segment biological images. To develop the CNN-based segmentation software, 450 patients were randomly selected and separated into the training, validation and testing groups (270, 90, and 90 patients, respectively). In Experiment 1, to determine the optimal model, we first assessed the segmentation accuracy according to the size of the training dataset (90, 180, and 270 patients). In Experiment 2, the effect of varying the number of training labels on segmentation accuracy was evaluated. After determining the optimal model, in Experiment 3, the developed software was used on the remaining 20 datasets to assess the segmentation accuracy. The volumetric dice similarity coefficient (DSC) and the 95th-percentile Hausdorff distance (95%HD) were calculated to evaluate the segmentation accuracy for each organ in Experiment 3. Results In Experiment 1, the median DSC for the prostate were 0.61 for dataset 1 (90 patients), 0.86 for dataset 2 (180 patients), and 0.86 for dataset 3 (270 patients), respectively. The median DSCs for all the organs increased significantly when the number of training cases increased from 90 to 180 but did not improve upon further increase from 180 to 270. The number of labels applied during training had a little effect on the DSCs in Experiment 2. The optimal model was built by 270 patients and four organs. In Experiment 3, the median of the DSC and the 95%HD values were 0.82 and 3.23 mm for prostate; 0.71 and 3.82 mm for seminal vesicles; 0.89 and 2.65 mm for the rectum; 0.95 and 4.18 mm for the bladder, respectively. Conclusions We have developed a CNN-based segmentation software for the male pelvic region and demonstrated that the CNN-based segmentation software is efficient for the male pelvic region.

scholarly journals Automatic Handgun Detection with Deep Learning in Video Surveillance Images

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (13) ◽  
pp. 6085
Author(s):  
Jesus Salido ◽  
Vanesa Lomas ◽  
Jesus Ruiz-Santaquiteria ◽  
Oscar Deniz
Keyword(s):  
Neural Network ◽  
Deep Learning ◽  
Convolutional Neural Network ◽  
Video Surveillance ◽  
Automatic Detection ◽  
Public Spaces ◽  
Detection Methods ◽  
Training Dataset ◽  
Average Precision ◽  
Terrorist Acts

There is a great need to implement preventive mechanisms against shootings and terrorist acts in public spaces with a large influx of people. While surveillance cameras have become common, the need for monitoring 24/7 and real-time response requires automatic detection methods. This paper presents a study based on three convolutional neural network (CNN) models applied to the automatic detection of handguns in video surveillance images. It aims to investigate the reduction of false positives by including pose information associated with the way the handguns are held in the images belonging to the training dataset. The results highlighted the best average precision (96.36%) and recall (97.23%) obtained by RetinaNet fine-tuned with the unfrozen ResNet-50 backbone and the best precision (96.23%) and F1 score values (93.36%) obtained by YOLOv3 when it was trained on the dataset including pose information. This last architecture was the only one that showed a consistent improvement—around 2%—when pose information was expressly considered during training.

scholarly journals Pemanfaatan Asynchronous Advantage Actor-Critic Dalam Pembuatan AI Game Bot Pada Game Arcade

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 74-84
Author(s):  
Evan Kusuma Susanto ◽  
Yosi Kristian
Keyword(s):  
Neural Network ◽  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Reinforcement Learning ◽  
Convolutional Neural Network ◽  
Short Term Memory ◽  
Trial And Error ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Term Memory ◽  
Memory Network ◽  
Long Short Term Memory

Asynchronous Advantage Actor-Critic (A3C) adalah sebuah algoritma deep reinforcement learning yang dikembangkan oleh Google DeepMind. Algoritma ini dapat digunakan untuk menciptakan sebuah arsitektur artificial intelligence yang dapat menguasai berbagai jenis game yang berbeda melalui trial and error dengan mempelajari tempilan layar game dan skor yang diperoleh dari hasil tindakannya tanpa campur tangan manusia. Sebuah network A3C terdiri dari Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) di bagian depan, Long Short-Term Memory Network (LSTM) di tengah, dan sebuah Actor-Critic network di bagian belakang. CNN berguna sebagai perangkum dari citra output layar dengan mengekstrak fitur-fitur yang penting yang terdapat pada layar. LSTM berguna sebagai pengingat keadaan game sebelumnya. Actor-Critic Network berguna untuk menentukan tindakan terbaik untuk dilakukan ketika dihadapkan dengan suatu kondisi tertentu. Dari hasil percobaan yang dilakukan, metode ini cukup efektif dan dapat mengalahkan pemain pemula dalam memainkan 5 game yang digunakan sebagai bahan uji coba.

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