18555884. IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE simplified abstract (FANUC CORPORATION)
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IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE
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Shoutarou Ogura of Yamanashi (JP)
IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18555884 titled 'IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE
The image processing device described in the patent application includes a model storage unit, characteristic point extraction unit, original matching degree calculation unit, object detection unit, parameter setting unit, detection information storage unit, and simple matching degree calculation unit.
- Model storage unit stores a model pattern.
- Characteristic point extraction unit extracts characteristic points from a photographed image.
- Original matching degree calculation unit calculates the degree of matching between the model pattern and arrangement of characteristic points.
- Object detection unit detects an object in the photographed image by comparing the degree of matching with a detection threshold value.
- Parameter setting unit sets detection parameters including the detection threshold value.
- Detection information storage unit stores detection information for characteristic points of the detected object.
- Simple matching degree calculation unit calculates the degree of matching based on changed detection parameters and stored detection information.
Potential Applications: - Object recognition in security systems - Automated quality control in manufacturing processes - Medical image analysis for diagnostics
Problems Solved: - Simplifies setting detection parameters - Enhances accuracy of object detection - Streamlines image processing tasks
Benefits: - Improved efficiency in image analysis - Enhanced precision in object detection - Customizable detection parameters for various applications
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Image Processing Device for Object Detection" This technology can be utilized in industries such as security, manufacturing, healthcare, and robotics for efficient object recognition and analysis, leading to improved productivity and accuracy in various processes.
Questions about Image Processing Device for Object Detection: 1. How does the device calculate the degree of matching between the model pattern and characteristic points? The device calculates the degree of matching by comparing the model pattern with the arrangement of characteristic points extracted from the photographed image. 2. What are the potential commercial applications of this image processing device? The device can be used in security systems, manufacturing processes, medical diagnostics, and robotics for object recognition and analysis, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in various industries.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image processing device according to one aspect of the present disclosure for which detection parameters can easily be set comprises: a model storage unit that stores a model pattern; a characteristic point extraction unit that extracts characteristic points from a photographed image; an original matching degree calculation unit that calculates the degree of matching between the model pattern and arrangement of the characteristic points; an object detection unit that detects an object in the photographed image by comparing the degree of matching with a detection threshold value; a parameter setting unit that sets detection parameters including at least the detection threshold value; a detection information storage unit that stores, for characteristic points of the object detected by the target object detection unit, detection information including at least the positions of the characteristic points; and a simple matching degree calculation unit that calculates, if the detection parameters are changed, the degree of matching based on the changed detection parameters and the detection information stored in the detection information storage unit.
