Background estimation algorithms are important in UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) vision tracking systems. Incorrect selection of an algorithm and its parameters leads to false detections that must be filtered by the tracking algorithm of objects, even if there is only one UAV within the visibility range. This paper shows that, with the use of genetic optimization, it is possible to select an algorithm and its parameters automatically. Background estimation algorithms (CNT (CouNT), GMG (Godbehere-Matsukawa-Goldberg), GSOC (Google Summer of Code 2017), MOG (Mixture of Gaussian), KNN (K–Nearest Neighbor–based Background/Foreground Segmentation Algorithm), MOG2 (Mixture of Gaussian version 2), and MEDIAN) and the reference algorithm of thresholding were tested. Monte Carlo studies were carried out showing the advantages of the MOG2 algorithm for UAV detection. An empirical sensitivity analysis was presented that rejected the MEDIAN algorithm.
Monte Carlo based Risk Analysis of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Flights over Construction Job Sites