Polarization and Multispectral Vision in Mantis Shrimp: A Model for Information Processing and Biomimetic Imaging
Abstract
This project will study polarization vision and polarization imaging technology to learn the operating principles of natural systems that handle, analyze, and integrate multi- channel sensory input. Stomatopod crustaceans, or mantis shrimps, are the biological examples of visual system multifunctionality, and serve as the models for this research. Mantis shrimps have at least 20 visual input channels alone: 12 for color, six for polarized-light analysis, two for circular polarization, and several more that contribute to form and motion vision. In addition, they are thought to integrate mechanical and chemical senses with vision. The basic features of their sensory neuroanatomy have been worked out, and these animals are now the choice models for studying how sensory information is handled by the central nervous system.three primary aims. First, to learn the neural design principles used by mantis shrimps to process multi-channel sensory information. Second, to examine the uses of polarized-light stimuli and polarization scenes to direct behavior, with a special focus on navigation in visually challenging environments. Finally, to integrate the findings of the first aims with our current understanding of stomatopod vision to design and build new multispectral and polarization-sensitive imaging systems for use in air and water.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Aug 28, 2018
- Source ID
- FA95501810278
Entities
People
- Viktor Gruev
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- United States Air Force
- University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign