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What is the primary purpose of spatial filtering in digital image processing?
What is the primary purpose of spatial filtering in digital image processing?
What is a characteristic of a linear filtering method?
What is a characteristic of a linear filtering method?
Which of the following is NOT a common term for the area in spatial filtering that includes the pixel being processed?
Which of the following is NOT a common term for the area in spatial filtering that includes the pixel being processed?
In the context of spatial convolution, what does the term 'coefficients' refer to?
In the context of spatial convolution, what does the term 'coefficients' refer to?
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What is a typical size for a mask used in spatial filtering to ensure symmetry?
What is a typical size for a mask used in spatial filtering to ensure symmetry?
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What can be deduced about the transformation from the original image to the processed image based on the given examples?
What can be deduced about the transformation from the original image to the processed image based on the given examples?
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Which fraction correctly represents the final non-zero value in the last processed image mentioned?
Which fraction correctly represents the final non-zero value in the last processed image mentioned?
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How do the resulting matrices differ in terms of dimensions from the original matrices?
How do the resulting matrices differ in terms of dimensions from the original matrices?
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Which pattern changes most noticeably in the transition from the original to the processed images?
Which pattern changes most noticeably in the transition from the original to the processed images?
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In the context of the transformations, what is the significance of repeating the fraction '1/9' in both matrices?
In the context of the transformations, what is the significance of repeating the fraction '1/9' in both matrices?
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Study Notes
Digital Image Processing Overview
- Course Title: Digital Image Processing
- Lecture Focus: Image Enhancement in the Spatial Domain
- Instructor: Dr. Jacqueline J. George
Spatial Filters
- Definition: Techniques for processing a pixel using surrounding neighbor pixels.
- Tools Used: Filter, mask, kernel, template, or window; these terms describe the area of pixel influence.
- Coefficients: Filter values are referred to as coefficients rather than pixels.
Spatial Processing Techniques
- Spatial Filtering: Involves calculating filter responses through a weighted sum of products of filter coefficients and image pixels located within the filter mask.
Linear Spatial Filtering
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General Formula:
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For an image ( f ) of size ( M \times N ) with filter mask of size ( m \times n ):
( g(x, y) = \sum_{s=-a}^{a} \sum_{t=-b}^{b} w(s, t) f(x+s, y+t) )
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Where ( a = (m-1)/2 ) and ( b = (n-1)/2 ).
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Mask Positioning
- Mask response is computed and positioned in the output image, typically at coordinates [x,y].
Filtering Process
- The entire process involves moving the filter mask across the image from left to right and top to bottom, typically using an odd-size mask (e.g., 3x3, 5x5) for symmetry.
Linear vs Non-Linear Spatial Filtering
- Linear Filtering: The output is a weighted sum of input pixels.
- Non-Linear Filtering: Output does not follow the weighted sum property.
Border Handling in Filtering
- Border issues arise when the filter mask exceeds image boundaries, leading to:
- Ignoring certain rows and columns, resulting in a smaller output image.
- Three main boundary handling techniques:
- Zero Boundary: Pixels outside the boundary set to zero.
- Replicate Boundary: Boundary pixels are duplicated.
- Periodic Images: The image is treated as a tiling of periodic copies.
Boundary Handling Techniques
- Zero Boundary: Potential artifacts arise; outside pixels are set to zero, affecting the results.
- Replicate Boundary: By duplicating edge pixels, artifacts during filtering can be minimized.
Periodic Image Replication
- Involves tiling the entire image to create a 2D periodic representation, useful for edge effects.
Region of Interest (ROI)
- Refers to specific parts of the image targeted for separate processing, commonly where spatial filters are applied.
Zooming Algorithm (x2 zoom)
- Creates a new ( (2n) \times (2n) ) image based on the original ( n \times n ) image, with copies of original pixels at even coordinates and others set to zero.
- A spatial linear filter is then applied to smooth the newly created image.
Summary
- Spatial filtering is a fundamental technique in digital image processing, essential for enhancing image quality through various methodologies while avoiding artifacts, especially at the image borders.
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This quiz covers Lecture 3.2 of Digital Image Processing, focusing on image enhancement techniques in the spatial domain. Key concepts include spatial filters, spatial correlation, and spatial convolution. Test your understanding of these fundamental topics in image processing.
