Computer vision is the eye of a machine. AI models are built to replicate the ability of living organisms to see, interpret and understand the world around them. The machine does this by analyzing images, videos, and surrounding objects.
Recent developments such as Tesla’s Optimus Robot and Full-Self Driving have relied primarily on computer vision for object detection and image tracking. Even 2D to 3D models use computer vision for image analysis and interpretation. The Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (CVPR) 2022 had a total of 8,161 submissions, thousands of which sought to solve different problems in AI/ML.
Let’s take a look at these advances and developments in computer vision and see some of the foreseeable trends in the field.
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self-driving car
The goal of making self-driving cars a reality has been a long one. One of the most important aspects of making these self-driving vehicles a reality is identifying objects around the vehicle so that it can safely navigate and navigate. This is where computer vision-based algorithms come into play. Companies like Tesla are adopting technologies such as automated labeling to advance self-driving cars.
The same technology is also useful for other transportation-based applications such as: Vehicle classification, traffic flow analysis, vehicle identification, road condition monitoring, collision avoidance systems, and driver attention detection.
Increased use of edge computing
As the demand for real-time processing of visual data increases, we will see a trend toward using edge computing to perform computations closer to the data source. Computer vision tasks have traditionally been performed on centralized servers or cloud-based systems, which can be slow and require a stable internet connection. Edge computing enables these systems to make quick and accurate decisions based on visual data without the need to move the data back to the cloud for processing.
robotics
One of the main areas in robotics where computer vision is expected to play an important role is to use algorithms to analyze images and videos from cameras to help robots detect and identify objects. , is to allow the robot to navigate and manipulate objects in the environment. Understand shape, size and location. This allows robots to perform tasks such as grabbing and moving objects, as well as avoiding obstacles and navigating complex environments.
By analyzing facial expressions, body language, and other visual cues, robots can understand and respond to human behavior through computer vision. As a result, robots may be used in applications such as: customer service, education, and health care.
medical, safety, security
- medical image analysis: Computer vision can be used to analyze medical images such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs to detect abnormalities and diseases. For example, a computer vision system can be trained to recognize the presence of tumors in MRI scans.
- Diagnosis and treatment planning: Computer vision can be used to aid diagnosis and treatment planning. For example, computer vision systems can be used to analyze medical images and recommend the most appropriate treatment based on a patient’s specific condition.
- Patient health monitoring: Computer vision can be used to monitor patient health by analyzing vital signs such as heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure.
- robotic surgery: Computer vision can be used in robotic surgery to help surgeons perform complex procedures. For example, computer vision systems can be used to guide the movements of surgical robots, keeping them on course and avoiding damage to surrounding tissue.
retail
Cameras can be installed in stores and retail stores to analyze products on shelves, automatically detect inventory, and recognize which products sell best. Aside from inventory management, you can also use AR to create a “virtual fitting room” or “virtual mirror” where you can try on products without touching them or going into a story. This is the same way filters work on Snapchat and Instagram by stacking products on top. person in front of the camera.
Data-Centric AI
When it comes to training models and building algorithms, optimizing data quality is just as important as increasing the amount of data. Image recognition models are built to help machines identify and classify photographs of different objects, and labeling these images is critical to extracting the correct information from the data. Therefore, unsupervised and automated computer vision technologies improve accuracy and information when data availability is low.
3D reconstruction
In 2022, we will see text-to-image models, which eventually lead to text-to-3D models. This leads to more of his 3D reconstructed models using methods such as Neural Radiance Fields (NeRF), which can recreate 2D images into his 3D meshes, which can also be used to recreate scenes and build models in the metaverse. Now It can also be used to create immersive virtual and augmented reality experiences, allowing users to interact with digital environments in a more realistic and natural way.
space tech
Apple has a computer vision-based application that can detect objects in the sky when you point your phone at it. This is just one example of the use of computer vision in the space industry. By analyzing images and data collected by satellites or aerial sensors, the earth’s surface and environment can be precisely mapped and analyzed. Furthermore, by analyzing geospatial data from satellites, we can predict future disasters such as earthquakes and hurricanes and effectively mitigate their impact.
Computer vision can also be used for space exploration by locating and identifying space objects and detecting their various properties. Identifying these objects can also be used to clean up spaces where NASA, ISRO, and all other big technology companies are planning projects.
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