Academic Articles & Research Papers

Edge AI for Industrial Visual Inspection: YOLOv8-Based Visual Conformity Detection Using Raspberry Pi

This paper presents a lightweight and cost-effective computer vision solution for automated industrial inspection using You Only Look Once (YOLO) v8 models deployed on embedded systems. The YOLOv8 Nano model, trained for 200 epochs, achieve...

A Novel Mixed-Precision Quantization Approach for CNNs

Model size and inference speed have brought about major challenges for the deployment of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) in many applications. An effective approach to address this issue is model quantization, which achieves network co...

An Implementation of an optimized dual-axis solar tracking algorithm for concentrating solar power plants deployment

A recent assessment of a pilot concentrating solar power plant in Ghana noticed the failure of the tracking system to accurately align the multifaceted heliostats toward the sun and focus the sunbeams onto the target. A further review of so...

A Comprehensive Review on 3D Object Detection and 6D Pose Estimation With Deep Learning

Nowadays, computer vision with 3D (dimension) object detection and 6D (degree of freedom) pose assumptions are widely discussed and studied in the field. In the 3D object detection process, classifications are centered on the object’...

Toward Automated Structural Design for Controlled Vibration Characteristics Using Topology Optimization and Computer Vision in Space Missions

This study explores the integration of computer vision with topology optimization for additive manufacturing, with a focus on maximizing eigenfrequency in a design domain. Utilizing custom-developed photogrammetry software, high-resolution ...

Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition 2020

This special issue covers a wide range of topics from the area of Computer Vision, Pattern Recognition, and Machine Learning.This breadth of scope is reflected by the papers included in this special issue, which touch topics including geome...

Digital image processing and computer vision

Hardware and Software Optimizations for Accelerating Deep Neural Networks: Survey of Current Trends, Challenges, and the Road Ahead

Currently, Machine Learning (ML) is becoming ubiquitous in everyday life. Deep Learning (DL) is already present in many applications ranging from computer vision for medicine to autonomous driving of modern cars as well as other sectors in ...

Deep learning based identification and tracking of railway bogie parts

The Train Rolling-Stock Examination (TRSE) is a safety examination process that physically examines the bogie parts of a moving train, typically at speeds over 30 km/h. Currently, this inspection process is done manually by railway personne...

The long non-coding RNA LINC00152 is essential for cell cycle progression through mitosis in HeLa cells

Abstract In recent years, long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) research has identified essential roles of these transcripts in virtually all physiological cellular processes including tumorigenesis, but their functions and molecular mechanisms are ...

Deep Learning-Based Eye-Writing Recognition with Improved Preprocessing and Data Augmentation Techniques

Eye-tracking technology enables communication for individuals with muscle control difficulties, making it a valuable assistive tool. Traditional systems rely on electrooculography (EOG) or infrared devices, which are accurate but costly and...

Vision-Based Trajectory Generation and Kinematic Modeling for Human-like Grasp Reproduction in a Robotic Prosthetic Hand

The use of prosthetic devices can significantly improve the quality of life of individuals with limb amputations. However, existing prosthetic hands face multiple engineering and manufacturing challenges, making them economically inaccessib...

Applied research note: Predicting carcass portion weights for purebred turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) lines using a 2D imaging system

Summary: Improving carcass portion yields (e.g., breast meat) is a major goal of modern turkey breeding and traditionally requires manual collection of portion weights. This can be a labor-intensive process considering the large amount of d...

Computer vision for microscopy diagnosis of malaria

This paper reviews computer vision and image analysis studies aiming at automated diagnosis or screening of malaria infection in microscope images of thin blood film smears. Existing works interpret the diagnosis problem differently or prop...

A critical review on computer vision and artificial intelligence in food industry

Emerging technologies such as computer vision and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are estimated to leverage the accessibility of big data for active training and yielding operational real time smart machines and predictable models. This phenom...

Visual servoing for robot control: Learning activities using RoboDKde robots: actividades de aprendizaje con RoboDK

Visual servo control is a key robotic control technique that uses visual feedback to dynamically adjust movements. This study, conducted within the AIM@VET project, evaluates the effectiveness of a RoboDK-based lesson with 25 vocational stu...

Impact of Water Depth on Subway Emergency Evacuation in Flood Scenarios

[Objective] Evacuation bottlenecks for subway stations in flood scenarios are investigated to enhance subway station personnel evacuation efficiency under water inundation and backflow conditions, and provide insights for developing subway ...

A SMARTPHONE-BASED 3D PIPELINE FOR THE CREATIVE INDUSTRY – THE REPLICATE EU PROJECT

During the last two decades we have witnessed great improvements in ICT hardware and software technologies. Three-dimensional content is starting to become commonplace now in many applications. Although for many years 3D technologies have b...

Visual Localization and Target Perception Based on Panoptic Segmentation

Visual localization is a core part of many computer vision and geospatial perception applications; however, the ever-changing time phase and environment present challenges. Moreover, the ever-enriching spatial data types and sensors create ...

Data Efficient Vision Transformer Based Model for Brain Tumor Classification in MRI

Accurate detection of brain tumors at early stages is crucial for clinical diagnosis and treatment planning. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is the most popular method due to its soft-tissue contrast and spatial resolution. However, manual...