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This study found that both the complexity of Chinese characters (CCs) and the pixel resolution significantly impact recognition accuracy for simulated prosthetic vision. Lower complexity and higher resolution (10x10 pixels) improve CC readability.

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Area of Science:

Computer Vision
Human-Computer Interaction
Biomedical Engineering

Background:

Assessing the visual information processing capabilities of individuals with visual impairments is crucial.
Simulated prosthetic vision offers a controlled environment to study visual perception challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the influence of Chinese character (CC) complexity and minimum resolution on recognition accuracy using simulated prosthetic vision.
To determine optimal pixel array sizes for clear CC recognition in visual prostheses.

Main Methods:

Evaluated CC complexity using a black pixel statistic complexity algorithm.
Pixelized 631 common CCs into 6x6, 8x8, 10x10, and 12x12 arrays.
Tested recognition accuracy with simulated prosthetic vision across varying complexity and pixel resolutions.

Main Results:

Recognition accuracy decreased with increased CC complexity and decreased pixel resolution.
A 10x10 pixel array proved sufficient for recognizing most CCs.
Low-resolution recognition was feasible only for low-complexity characters.

Conclusions:

Both CC complexity and pixel resolution are critical factors for accurate character recognition in visual prosthetics.
A 10x10 pixel array is recommended for visual prostheses to ensure adequate CC readability.
Character complexity must be considered when designing low-resolution visual display systems.