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

Presents a systematic solution framework for intelligent information processing in airborne optical imaging seekers Helps researchers and engineers in related fields to understand the theory and methods of information processing in airborne imaging seekers, and to design their own Highlights the latest developments in the field of guidance information processing technologies in airborne optical imaging seekers, including theoretical models, image pre-processing, typical target detection and recognition algorithms, and information processing system design

Inhalt
Introduction.- A Theoretical Model of Optical Seeker Information Processing.- Spatial Characteristics and Relationship of Platform, Targets and Background.- Reducing Disturbance Effects on Optical Imaging Platform.- Optical Imaging Seeker Processing Approach to Earth Surface Fixed Targets.- Optical Imaging Seeker Processing Approach to Moving Targets.- Design and Implementation of Real-Time Processing Systems.- Optical Imaging Seeker Information Simulation and Performance Evaluation.