A unified framework for correcting panoramic image distortions

  • Authors:
  • Frank Ekpar;Hiroyuki Hase;Masaaki Yoneda

  • Affiliations:
  • Department of Information Science, Faculty of Engineering, University of Fukui, Bunkyo, Fukui, Japan;Department of Information Science, Faculty of Engineering, University of Fukui, Bunkyo, Fukui, Japan;Department of Intellectual Information Systems, Faculty of Engineering, University of Toyama, Toyama, Japan

  • Venue:
  • ACOS'06 Proceedings of the 5th WSEAS international conference on Applied computer science
  • Year:
  • 2006

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Abstract

This paper presents a unified framework for the correction of non-linear distortions in panoramic images. Several techniques are combined to make the system robust, scalable and adaptable to real-time operation. Constructive neural networks are applied where appropriate to achieve robustness. Interactive curve sketching techniques based on polynomial interpolation are used in situations where quick, reliable and practical results are desired. The effectiveness of the system is demonstrated by applying it to the correction of non-linear distortions in the generation of perspective-corrected views from panoramic images acquired using catadioptric systems for use in virtual tours of remote locations.