Introduction

This book covers all main aspects of guidance information processing technologies for airborne optical imaging seekers, including theoretical models; image pre-processing; automatic target detection, recognition and tracking; and embedded real-time processing systems.

Section 1: Theoretical Models

The book is divided into three major sections: firstly, a theoretical model for optical-seeker information processing is introduced;

Section 2: Information Processing Methods

then information processing methods are presented, including target modeling, online image pre-processing, typical surface fixed-target detection and recognition, and moving-target detection and recognition;

Section 3: Embedded Real-Time Processing Systems

lastly, embedded real-time processing systems are introduced, including new system architectures, image processing ASIC/SoC design, embedded real-time operating systems, system implementation aspects, and system testing and evaluation technologies.

The book offers a unique and valuable resource, helping readers understand both fundamental and advanced information processing technologiesemployed in airborne optical imaging seekers.