B. Ouyang, W. Hou, F. Caimi, F. Dalgleish, A. Vuorenkoski, Sue Gong, W. Britton
{"title":"Near-infrared compressive line sensing imaging system using individually addressable laser diode array","authors":"B. Ouyang, W. Hou, F. Caimi, F. Dalgleish, A. Vuorenkoski, Sue Gong, W. Britton","doi":"10.1117/12.2178804","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2178804","url":null,"abstract":"The compressive line sensing (CLS) active imaging system was proposed and validated through a series of test-tank experiments. As an energy-efficient alternative to the traditional line-scan serial image, the CLS system will be highly beneficial for long-duration surveillance missions using unmanned, power-constrained platforms such as unmanned aerial or underwater vehicles. In this paper, the application of an active spatial light modulator (SLM), the individually addressable laser diode array, in a CLS imaging system is investigated. In the CLS context, active SLM technology can be advantageous over passive SLMs such as the digital micro-mirror device. Initial experimental results are discussed.","PeriodicalId":438348,"journal":{"name":"Sensing Technologies + Applications","volume":"75 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130156583","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":"Compressive sensing for a general SAR imaging model based on Maxwell’s equations","authors":"Bing Sun, Haicheng Gu, Mengqi Hu, Z. Qiao","doi":"10.1117/12.2177845","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2177845","url":null,"abstract":"A general echo model is derived for the synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imaging with high resolution based on the scalar form of Maxwell's equations. After the consideration of the general echo model in frequency domain, a compressive sensing (CS) matrix is constructed from random partial Fourier matrices for processing the range CS SAR imaging. Simulations validate the orthogonality of the proposed CS matrix and the CS SAR imaging based on the general echo model.","PeriodicalId":438348,"journal":{"name":"Sensing Technologies + Applications","volume":"62 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116890789","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":"Sparsity-based moving target localization using multiple dual-frequency radars under phase errors","authors":"Khodour Al Kadry, F. Ahmad, M. Amin","doi":"10.1117/12.2177360","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2177360","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper, we consider moving target localization in urban environments using a multiplicity of dual-frequency radars. Dual-frequency radars offer the benefit of reduced complexity and fast computation time, thereby permitting real-time indoor target localization and tracking. The multiple radar units are deployed in a distributed system configuration, which provides robustness against target obscuration. We develop the dual-frequency signal model for the distributed radar system under phase errors and employ a joint sparse scene reconstruction and phase error correction technique to provide accurate target location and velocity estimates. Simulation results are provided that validate the performance of the proposed scheme under both full and reduced data volumes.","PeriodicalId":438348,"journal":{"name":"Sensing Technologies + Applications","volume":"29 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131647898","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":"Characterization of 3D printing output using an optical sensing system","authors":"J. Straub","doi":"10.1117/12.2177647","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2177647","url":null,"abstract":"This paper presents the experimental design and initial testing of a system to characterize the progress and performance of a 3D printer. The system is based on five Raspberry Pi single-board computers. It collects images of the 3D printed object, which are compared to an ideal model. The system, while suitable for printers of all sizes, can potentially be produced at a sufficiently low cost to allow its incorporation into consumer-grade printers. The efficacy and accuracy of this system is presented and discussed. The paper concludes with a discussion of the benefits of being able to characterize 3D printer performance.","PeriodicalId":438348,"journal":{"name":"Sensing Technologies + Applications","volume":"9489 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131007315","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}
A. Darudi, Javad Amiri, Peyman Soltani, G. Nehmetallah
{"title":"Experimental verification of reconstruction of two interfering wavefronts using the transport of intensity equation","authors":"A. Darudi, Javad Amiri, Peyman Soltani, G. Nehmetallah","doi":"10.1117/12.2176863","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2176863","url":null,"abstract":"Recently the transport–of–intensity equation (TIE) has extended from one wave to two waves and then applied to calculate the phase of the interference field. In this work we will present the experimental verification of the application of TIE in the reconstruction of two interfering wavefronts. A Fizeau interferometer with phase shift capability is used for testing a flat surface. An error analysis is performed on the difference between the reconstructed wavefronts using TIE and the one measured wavefronts using phase shifting method. The error analysis shows some systematic errors with RMS value less than 0.5rad or λ/10. The issues such as computation time and spatial resolution of the reconstructed waves are discussed and possible applications of the presented method are given.","PeriodicalId":438348,"journal":{"name":"Sensing Technologies + Applications","volume":"46 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116389878","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":"Thickness and air gap measurement of assembled IR objectives","authors":"B. Lueerss, P. Langehanenberg","doi":"10.1117/12.2182505","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2182505","url":null,"abstract":"A growing number of applications like surveillance, thermography, or automotive demand for infrared imaging systems. Their imaging performance is significantly influenced by the alignment of the individual lens elements. Besides the lateral orientation of lenses, the air spacing between the lenses is a crucial parameter. Because of restricted mechanical accessibility within an assembled objective, a non-contact technique is required for the testing of these parameters. So far commercial measurement systems were not available for testing of IR objectives since many materials used for infrared imaging are non-transparent at wavelengths below 2 μm. We herewith present a time-domain low coherent interferometer capable of measuring any kind of infrared material (e.g., Ge, Si, etc.) as well as VIS materials. The fiber-optic set-up is based on a Michelson-Interferometer in which the light from a broadband super-luminescent diode is split into a reference arm with a variable optical delay and a measurement arm where the sample is placed. On a photo detector, the reflected signals from both arms are superimposed and recorded as a function of the variable optical path. Whenever the group delay difference is zero, a coherence peak occurs and the relative lens’ surface distances are derived from the optical delay. In order to penetrate IR materials, the instrument operates at 2.2 μm. The set-up allows the contactless determination of thicknesses and air gaps inside of assembled infrared objective lenses with accuracy in the micron range. It therefore is a tool for the precise manufacturing or quality control.","PeriodicalId":438348,"journal":{"name":"Sensing Technologies + Applications","volume":"47 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125012707","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}
Xu Han, Guangping Xie, Brandon Laflen, Ming Jia, G. Song, K. Harding
{"title":"Development of feature extraction analysis for a multi-functional optical profiling device applied to field engineering applications","authors":"Xu Han, Guangping Xie, Brandon Laflen, Ming Jia, G. Song, K. Harding","doi":"10.1117/12.2177281","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2177281","url":null,"abstract":"In the real application environment of field engineering, a large variety of metrology tools are required by the technician to inspect part profile features. However, some of these tools are burdensome and only address a sole application or measurement. In other cases, standard tools lack the capability of accessing irregular profile features. Customers of field engineering want the next generation metrology devices to have the ability to replace the many current tools with one single device. This paper will describe a method based on the ring optical gage concept to the measurement of numerous kinds of profile features useful for the field technician. The ring optical system is composed of a collimated laser, a conical mirror and a CCD camera. To be useful for a wide range of applications, the ring optical system requires profile feature extraction algorithms and data manipulation directed toward real world applications in field operation. The paper will discuss such practical applications as measuring the non-ideal round hole with both off-centered and oblique axes. The algorithms needed to analyze other features such as measuring the width of gaps, radius of transition fillets, fall of step surfaces, and surface parallelism will also be discussed in this paper. With the assistance of image processing and geometric algorithms, these features can be extracted with a reasonable performance. Tailoring the feature extraction analysis to this specific gage offers the potential for a wider application base beyond simple inner diameter measurements. The paper will present experimental results that are compared with standard gages to prove the performance and feasibility of the analysis in real world field engineering. Potential accuracy improvement methods, a new dual ring design and future work will be discussed at the end of this paper.","PeriodicalId":438348,"journal":{"name":"Sensing Technologies + Applications","volume":"9 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124080180","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. Herman, Tyler H. Weston, L. McMackin, Yun Li, Jianbo Chen, K. Kelly
{"title":"Recent results in single-pixel compressive imaging using selective measurement strategies","authors":"M. Herman, Tyler H. Weston, L. McMackin, Yun Li, Jianbo Chen, K. Kelly","doi":"10.1117/12.2180474","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2180474","url":null,"abstract":"This paper reports an overview of recent results in compressive imaging and detection using a single-pixel camera. These applications use a digital micromirror device to spatially modulate the light from an observed scene using binary sensing patterns. The patterns are obtained from a special Hadamard matrix that contains blocks of rows of which each has a common local signature pattern. The blocks partition the Hadamard spectrum, thus permitting analysis of the scene in terms of these local signature patterns. In contrast, Hadamard patterns are typically described in terms of their sequency, which is a global property of each individual row. The proposed local-signature, row-block point of view can be beneficial since it permits us to adaptively select the best blocks with which to sense the signal/scene of interest, or to select the best blocks based on a priori information. As a result, in imaging applications more fine-scale detail can be extracted from the scene, and in detection applications fewer false positives can result. Note, this signature row-block partitioning is a general mathematical technique that can be applied to the Kronecker product of any two matrices, of any size. For example, in our imaging application, we extend this idea to a Hadamard matrix that is not a power of two, yet whose block-signatures possess the familiar Sylvester-Walsh power-of-two sequency patterns.","PeriodicalId":438348,"journal":{"name":"Sensing Technologies + Applications","volume":"10 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129245795","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":"Terahertz reflection interferometry for automobile paint layer thickness measurement","authors":"Aunik K. Rahman, K. Tator, A. Rahman","doi":"10.1117/12.2085418","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2085418","url":null,"abstract":"Non-destructive terahertz reflection interferometry offers many advantages for sub-surface inspection such as interrogation of hidden defects and measurement of layers’ thicknesses. Here, we describe a terahertz reflection interferometry (TRI) technique for non-contact measurement of paint panels where the paint is comprised of different layers of primer, basecoat, topcoat and clearcoat. Terahertz interferograms were generated by reflection from different layers of paints on a metallic substrate. These interferograms’ peak spacing arising from the delay-time response of respective layers, allow one to model the thicknesses of the constituent layers. Interferograms generated at different incident angles show that the interferograms are more pronounced at certain angles than others. This “optimum” angle is also a function of different paint and substrate combinations. An automated angular scanning algorithm helps visualizing the evolution of the interferograms as a function of incident angle and also enables the identification of optimum reflection angle for a given paint-substrate combination. Additionally, scanning at different points on a substrate reveals that there are observable variations from one point to another of the same sample over its entire surface area. This ability may be used as a quality control tool for in-situ inspection in a production line. Keywords: Terahertz reflective interferometry, Paint and coating layers, Non-destructive","PeriodicalId":438348,"journal":{"name":"Sensing Technologies + Applications","volume":"134 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115272362","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}
Huihuang Zhao, John Montalbo, Shuxia Li, Yaqi Sun, Z. Qiao
{"title":"Compressive sensing for noisy video reconstruction","authors":"Huihuang Zhao, John Montalbo, Shuxia Li, Yaqi Sun, Z. Qiao","doi":"10.1117/12.2180358","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2180358","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper, a compressing and reconstruction method for a noise video based on Compressed Sensing (CS) theory is proposed. At first, the CS theory is presented. Then the noise video is estimated from noisy measurement by solving the convex minimization problem. The video recovery algorithms based on gradient-based method is used to compressing and reconstructing the noise signal. And a compressive sensing algorithm with gradient-based method is proposed. At last, the performance of the proposed approach is shown and compared with some conventional algorithms. Our method can obtain best results in terms of peak signal noise ratio (PSNR) than those achieved by common methods with only a little runtime.","PeriodicalId":438348,"journal":{"name":"Sensing Technologies + Applications","volume":"8 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116870936","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}