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Research on Image Stitching Algorithm Based on Point-Line Consistency and Local Edge Feature Constraints.

Shaokang Ma¹, Xiuhong Li¹, Kangwei Liu¹

¹Key Laboratory of Signal Detection and Processing, Department of Computer Science and Technology, Xinjiang University, Urumqi 830017, China.

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Summary

This study introduces an improved image mosaic method using local edge contour matching constraints for accurate image stitching. The approach enhances feature matching and reduces distortion, leading to superior stitching results.

Keywords:

image registration image stitching local edge contour features mesh optimization

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Area of Science:

Computer Vision
Image Processing

Background:

Image stitching is crucial for creating wider, more informative images across various applications.
Inaccurate feature matching and point detection can lead to errors in image warping models during stitching.

Purpose of the Study:

To enhance the accuracy of image mosaic by proposing a novel method based on local edge contour matching constraints.
To address challenges in feature point detection and matching that affect stitching accuracy.

Main Methods:

Utilizing geometric invariance to increase feature matching points and enrich matching information.
Employing Canny edge detection, structure separation, and edge contour merging for improved image registration.
Introducing spatial variation warping for local alignment and global line-guided warping to eliminate distortion and preserve line structures.

Main Results:

The proposed method demonstrates improved image registration and alignment in overlapping areas.
Line structures within images are preserved without bending, maintaining image integrity.
Distortion in non-overlapping areas is effectively eliminated through guided warping.

Conclusions:

The developed image mosaic method significantly improves stitching accuracy and quality.
The approach effectively overcomes limitations associated with feature point detection and matching errors.
Experimental comparisons validate the excellent stitching performance of the proposed method across multiple datasets.