ABSTRACT

Application development is one of the primary motivations to study digital image processing and analysis. As discussed in Chapter 3, and further developed throughout the book, the application specific nature of the subject is intrinsic to its study. As shown in Figure 3.3, the application feedback loop in the image analysis process is of paramount importance. The application itself drives the algorithm development, whether it is a computer- or human-based application. The method of image acquisition determines the characteristics of the images, which can greatly affect algorithm development. The specific nature of the application will determine the necessary methods best suited for solving the particular imaging problem.