{"title":"The hybrid approach—convolutional neural networks and expectation maximisation algorithm—for tomographic reconstruction of hyperspectral images","authors":"Mads Ahlebæk, Mads Peters, Wei-Chih Huang, Mads Frandsen, René Eriksen, Bjarke Jørgensen","doi":"10.1255/jsi.2023.a1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1255/jsi.2023.a1","url":null,"abstract":"We present a simple, but novel, hybrid approach to hyperspectral data cube reconstruction from computed tomography imaging spectrometry (CTIS) images that sequentially combines neural networks and the iterative expectation maximisation (EM) algorithm. We train and test the ability of the method to reconstruct data cubes of 100 × 100 × 25 and 100 × 100 × 100 voxels, corresponding to 25 and 100 spectral channels, from simulated CTIS images generated by our CTIS simulator. The hybrid approach utilises the inherent strength of the Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) with regards to noise and its ability to yield consistent reconstructions and make use of the EM algorithm’s ability to generalise to spectral images of any object without training. The hybrid approach achieves better performance than both the CNNs and EM alone for seen (included in CNN training) and unseen (excluded from CNN training) cubes for both the 25- and 100-channel cases. For the 25 spectral channels, the improvements from CNN to the hybrid model (CNN + EM) in terms of the mean-squared errors are between 14 % and 26 %. For 100 spectral channels, the improvements between 19 % and 40 % are attained with the largest improvement of 40 % for the unseen data, to which the CNNs are not exposed during the training.","PeriodicalId":37385,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Spectral Imaging","volume":"6 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135201907","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Comparison of 2D and 3D semantic segmentation in urban areas using fused hyperspectral and lidar data","authors":"A. Kuras, Anna Jenul, Maximilian Brell, I. Burud","doi":"10.1255/jsi.2022.a11","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1255/jsi.2022.a11","url":null,"abstract":"Multisensor data fusion has become a hot topic in the remote sensing research community. This is thanks to significant technological advances and the ability to extract information that would have been challenging with a single sensor. However, sensory enhancement requires advanced analysis that enables deep learning. A framework is designed to effectively fuse hyperspectral and lidar data for semantic segmentation in the urban environment. Our work proposes a method of reducing dimensions by exploring the most representative features from hyperspectral and lidar data and using them for supervised semantic segmentation. In addition, we chose to compare segmentation models based on 2D and 3D convolutional operations with two different model architectures, such as U-Net and ResU-Net. All algorithms have been tested with three loss functions: standard Categorical Cross-Entropy, Focal Loss and a combination of Focal Loss and Jaccard Distance—Focal–Jaccard Loss. Experimental results demonstrated that the 3D segmentation of U-Net and ResU-Net with Focal and Focal–Jaccard Loss functions had significantly improved performance compared to the standard Categorical Cross-Entropy models. The results show a high accuracy score and reflect reality by preserving the complex geometry of the objects.","PeriodicalId":37385,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Spectral Imaging","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-11-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42845522","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
K. Tamilarasan, S. Anbazhagan, S. Maheswaran, S. Ranjithkumar, K. Kusuma, V. Rajesh
{"title":"Reflectance spectra and AVIRIS-NG airborne hyperspectral data analysis for mapping ultramafic rocks in igneous terrain","authors":"K. Tamilarasan, S. Anbazhagan, S. Maheswaran, S. Ranjithkumar, K. Kusuma, V. Rajesh","doi":"10.1255/jsi.2022.a9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1255/jsi.2022.a9","url":null,"abstract":"The layered Sittampundi Anorthosite Complex is covered by mafic and ultramafic rocks including anorthosite, gabbro, pyroxenite and other igneous rocks. The ultramafic terrain has frequently undergone metamorphism. In the present study, laboratory spectral measurements were carried out from mafic, ultramafic and felsic rocks in the 350–2500 nm spectral range to characterise their diagnostic spectral features and for further utilisation for rock-type mapping. In 2016, the Sittampundi complex was covered by an AVIRIS-NG airborne survey jointly conducted by the Space Application Centre (SAC-ISRO) and Jet Propulsion Laboratory (NASA). The level-2 AVIRIS-NG data was obtained from SAC and used to interpret various rock types. ENVI 5.3 software was used for digital image processing of the AVIRIS-NG airborne hyperspectral data. The continuum-removed spectra of major rock types including anorthosite, meta-anorthosite, gabbro, meta-gabbro, pyroxenite, pegmatite, granite, gneiss and migmatite were critically analysed and their diagnostic absorption features correlated with chemistry and mineralogy. The AVIRIS-NG data analyses include bad band removal, minimum noise fraction transformation (MNF) and band combination. Out of various band combinations, the MNF composite images B456, B546 and B561 provided an enhanced output for the delineation of various rock types in the ultramafic terrain.","PeriodicalId":37385,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Spectral Imaging","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42187293","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Potential for spectral imaging applications on the small farm: a review","authors":"M. Eady","doi":"10.1255/jsi.2022.a8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1255/jsi.2022.a8","url":null,"abstract":"Advancements in optics and miniaturisation have resulted in multi- and hyperspectral imaging systems becoming more approachable in terms of cost, practicality and useability. Globally, the majority of farms are considered to be small farms (<2 hectares). Many spectral imaging applications have been associated with agricultural commodities over the years. However, due to the cost, technology hurdles and complex statistical modelling methods, these applications have mainly been implemented in larger monoculture settings where the method development time required can be met with and substantiated through higher profits gained and reduced labour in the long term. Recent years have seen advancements in spectral imaging technologies as well as open-source systems that have the potential for application on smaller, more diversified farms. There are many hurdles to face before spectral imaging technologies see widespread application on smaller farms, but technologies are advancing rapidly. Here, the current state of spectral imaging in small farm applications is evaluated, along with the potential for low-cost and open-source spectral imaging systems. Emphasis is placed on challenges which require addressing prior to approachable spectral imaging for the small farm.","PeriodicalId":37385,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Spectral Imaging","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-10-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44218481","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A comparison of common factor-based methods for hyperspectral image exploration: principal components analysis, maximum autocorrelation factors (MAF), minimum noise factors (MNF) and maximum difference factors","authors":"Neal Gallagher","doi":"10.1255/jsi.2022.a6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1255/jsi.2022.a6","url":null,"abstract":"Principal components analysis (PCA), maximum autocorrelation factors (MAF), minimum noise factors (MNF) and maximum difference factors (MDF) models are common factor-based models used for analysis of hyperspectral images. The models can be posed as maximisation problems that result in a symmetric eigenvalue problem (SEP) for each model. The SEPs allow a simple theoretical comparison of the models using a PCA metaphor with MAF, MNF and MDF describable as weighted PCA models. The examples show that the different methods captured different signals in the images that can be examined individually or combined synergistically allowing for additional modelling and extended visualisation. MDF is a factor-based edge detection model that not only allows for additional visualisation but the opportunity to identify and exclude (or highlight) edge signal in the images. An example shows that models can also be used synergistically for finding and elucidating anomalies. In the example, MDF showed the highest sensitivity of the models studied for anomaly detection.","PeriodicalId":37385,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Spectral Imaging","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-08-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44159350","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Impact of water vapour on polymer classification using in situ short-wave infrared hyperspectral imaging","authors":"Muhammad Shaikh, Benny Thörnberg","doi":"10.1255/jsi.2022.a5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1255/jsi.2022.a5","url":null,"abstract":"Hyperspectral remote sensing is known to suffer from wavelength bands blocked by atmospheric gases. Short-wave infrared hyperspectral imaging at in situ installations is shown to be affected by water vapour even if the pathlength of light through air is only hundreds of centimetres. This impact is especially noticeable with large variations of relative humidity, the coefficient of variation reaching 5 % in our test case. Using repeated calibrations of imaging system at the same relative humidity as in the measurement, we were able to reduce the coefficient of variation to 1 %. The measurement variations are also shown to induce significant error in material classification. Polymer type identification was selected as the test case for material classification. The measurement variations due to the change in relative humidity are shown to result in 20 % classification error at its minimum. With repeated calibrations or by eliminating the\u0000most affected wavelength bands from measurements, we were able to reduce the classification error to less than 1 %.\u0000Such improvement of measurement and classification precision may be important for industrial applications such as waste\u0000sorting, polymer classification etc.","PeriodicalId":37385,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Spectral Imaging","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46301702","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hannah Carruthers, D. Clark, F. Clarke, K. Faulds, D. Graham
{"title":"Data processing of three-dimensional vibrational spectroscopic chemical images for pharmaceutical applications","authors":"Hannah Carruthers, D. Clark, F. Clarke, K. Faulds, D. Graham","doi":"10.1255/jsi.2022.a3","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1255/jsi.2022.a3","url":null,"abstract":"Vibrational spectroscopic chemical imaging is a powerful tool in the pharmaceutical industry to assess the spatial distribution of components within pharmaceutical samples. Recently, the combination of vibrational spectroscopic chemical mapping with serial sectioning has provided a means to visualise the three-dimensional (3D) structure of a tablet matrix. There are recognised knowledge gaps in current tablet manufacturing processes, particularly regarding the size, shape and distribution of components within the final drug product. The performance of pharmaceutical tablets is known to be primarily influenced by the physical and chemical properties of the formulation. Here, we describe the data processing methods required to extract quantitative domain size and spatial distribution statistics from 3D vibrational spectroscopic chemical images. This provides a means to quantitatively describe the microstructure of a tablet matrix and is a powerful tool to overcome knowledge gaps in current tablet manufacturing processes, optimising formulation development.","PeriodicalId":37385,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Spectral Imaging","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-03-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44814317","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A semi-supervised cycle-GAN neural network for hyperspectral image classification with minimum noise fraction","authors":"T. Reddy, J. Harikiran","doi":"10.1255/jsi.2022.a2","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1255/jsi.2022.a2","url":null,"abstract":"Hyperspectral imaging (HSI) is a popular mode of remote sensing imaging that collects data beyond the visible spectrum. Many classification techniques have been developed in recent years, since classification is the most crucial task in hyperspectral image processing. Furthermore, extracting features from hyperspectral images is challenging in many scenarios. The semi-supervised classification of HSI is motivated by the Cycle-GAN method that has been proposed in this research paper. Since the proposed HSI classification method is semi-supervised, it makes extensive use of the labelled samples, which are short and have numerous unlabelled images. The research is carried out in two phases. First, to extract the spectral–spatial features, the minimum noise fraction is adopted. And, second, the classification of the semi-supervised method is done by the cycle-GANs. Subsequently, the proposed architecture is implemented on three standard hyperspectral dataset methods. As a result, the performance comparison is carried out in the same field as state-of-the-art approaches. The obtained results successfully demonstrate the supremacy of the proposed technique in the classification of HSI.","PeriodicalId":37385,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Spectral Imaging","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-03-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43314518","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Aref, A. Hussein, A. Youssef, Ibrahim H. Aboughaleb, Amr A. Sharawi, P. Saccomandi, Y. El-Sharkawy
{"title":"Prospective study for commercial and low-cost hyperspectral imaging systems to evaluate thermal tissue effect on bovine liver samples","authors":"M. Aref, A. Hussein, A. Youssef, Ibrahim H. Aboughaleb, Amr A. Sharawi, P. Saccomandi, Y. El-Sharkawy","doi":"10.1255/jsi.2021.a5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1255/jsi.2021.a5","url":null,"abstract":"Thermal ablation modalities, for example radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and microwave ablation, are intended to prompt controlled tumour removal by raising tissue temperature. However, monitoring the size of the resulting tissue damage during the thermal removal procedures is a challenging task. The objective of this study was to evaluate the observation of RFA on an ex vivo liver sample with both a commercial and a low-cost system to distinguish between the normal and the ablated regions as well as the thermally affected regions. RFA trials were conducted on five different ex vivo normal bovine samples and monitored initially by a custom hyperspectral (HS) camera to measure the diffuse reflectance (Rd) utilising a polychromatic light source (tungsten halogen lamp) within the spectral range 348–950 nm. Next, the light source was replaced with monochromatic LEDs (415, 565 and 660 nm) and a commercial charge-coupled device (CCD) camera was used instead of the HS camera. The system algorithm comprises image enhancement (normalisation and moving average filter) and image segmentation with K-means clustering, combining spectral and spatial information to assess the variable responses to polychromatic light and monochromatic LEDs to highlight the differences in the Rd properties of thermally affected/normal tissue regions. The measured spectral signatures of the various regions, besides the calculation of the standard deviations (δ) between the generated six groups, guided us to select three optimal wavelengths (420, 540 and 660 nm) to discriminate between these various regions. Next, we selected six spectral images to apply the image processing to (at 450, 500, 550, 600, 650 and 700 nm). We noticed that the optimum image is the superimposed spectral images at 550, 600, 650 and 700 nm, which are capable of discriminating between the various regions. Later, we measured Rd with the CCD camera and commercially available monochromatic LED light sources at 415, 565 and 660 nm. Compared to the HS camera results, this system was more capable of identifying the ablated and the thermally affected regions of surface RFA than the side-penetration RFA of the investigated ex vivo liver samples. However, we succeeded in developing a low-cost system that provides satisfactory information to highlight the ablated and thermally affected region to improve the outcome of surgical tumour ablation with much shorter time for image capture and processing compared to the HS system.","PeriodicalId":37385,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Spectral Imaging","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-10-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49158559","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}