Analysis of an Image Processing Algorithm for Its Implementation in Real Time

Abstract

This thesis deals with the implementation and analysis of an image processing algorithm in order to determine the feasibility of its operation in a real time environment at standard video frame rates. A modification of the Peli and Lim algorithm has been put to work in processing images taken from a submerged camera operating in turbid water environments with uneven light distribution. The algorithm's performance was observed in detail to determine if it met the required specifications. Through analysis, the algorithm's intense computational requirements and large memory storage demands were resolved. It was determined that for the algorithms to operate in real time, a system with characteristics of a supercomputer would most likely be needed. The algorithm was transported to an IBM AT equipped for image processing. Possible optimization techniques were discussed briefly, and other solutions for processing images with this type of equipment were suggested.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA197225

Entities

People

  • Roberto M. Ventura

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Algorithms
  • Background Noise
  • Cameras
  • Computations
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Data Transmission
  • Dynamic Range
  • Engineering
  • Image Processing
  • Images
  • Load Monitoring
  • Processing Equipment
  • Security
  • Undersea Warfare
  • Video

Readers

  • Image Processing and Computer Vision.
  • Parallel and Distributed Computing.
  • Systems Analysis and Design