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Unsupervised disparity-tolerant algorithm for terahertz image stitching.

Xiaojin Wu^1,2, Fan Bai³, Lun Li^4,5

¹Institute of Machinery and Automation, Weifang University, Weifang, 261061, China.

Scientific Reports

|August 24, 2025

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This study introduces an Unsupervised Disparity-Tolerant Terahertz Image Stitching (UDTATIS) algorithm to overcome limitations in terahertz imaging. UDTATIS effectively stitches low-resolution terahertz images, addressing parallax and enhancing visual coherence.

Keywords:

Diffusion model Disparity tolerance Image stitching Terahertz imaging Unsupervised learning

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Area of Science:

Terahertz imaging and computational photography.
Computer vision and image processing.
Non-destructive testing and security screening applications.

Background:

Terahertz imaging is promising for various applications but suffers from limited field of view.
Existing image stitching methods struggle with terahertz images due to low resolution, limited textures, and parallax.
Parallax inconsistencies are a major challenge in stitching low-resolution terahertz images.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop an unsupervised algorithm for stitching low-resolution terahertz images.
To address challenges like parallax and limited features in terahertz image stitching.
To improve the field of view and information capture in terahertz imaging.

Main Methods:

Proposed an Unsupervised Disparity-Tolerant Terahertz Image Stitching (UDTATIS) algorithm.
Utilized an EfficientLOFTR-based feature extractor and point discrimination for robust feature matching.
Implemented a continuity constraint for geometric distortion mitigation and a conditional diffusion model for seamless fusion.

Main Results:

UDTATIS significantly enhances feature matching accuracy and robustness in terahertz images.
The algorithm effectively mitigates geometric distortions and achieves seamless image fusion.
Demonstrated superior performance over state-of-the-art methods in complex terahertz imaging scenarios.

Conclusions:

UDTATIS provides a robust solution for stitching low-resolution terahertz images with parallax.
The method achieves enhanced visual coherence and structural integrity in fused images.
UDTATIS advances the practical application of terahertz imaging by expanding its field of view.