Target detection in LADAR range images using shadow analysis

Govindaraj Kuntimad; Walter Delashmit

doi:10.1117/12.663767

19 May 2006 Target detection in LADAR range images using shadow analysis

Proceedings Volume 6214, Laser Radar Technology and Applications XI; 621405 (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.663767
Event: Defense and Security Symposium, 2006, Orlando (Kissimmee), Florida, United States

Abstract

In this paper a knowledge base driven technique is presented to detect targets based on the geometric properties of the "shadows" cast by the targets in laser radar (LADAR) range images. The geometric properties of the shadows are relatively easy to compute and are less susceptible to target obscuration. In this technique synthetic images of targets are utilized to populate the knowledge base. The validity of the approach is demonstrated by detecting an armed personnel carrier and a tank utilizing data from captive flight tests.

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Govindaraj Kuntimad and Walter Delashmit "Target detection in LADAR range images using shadow analysis", Proc. SPIE 6214, Laser Radar Technology and Applications XI, 621405 (19 May 2006); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.663767

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