Image analysis – Color image processing – Pattern recognition or classification using color
Reexamination Certificate
2006-09-05
2006-09-05
Alavi, Amir (Department: 2624)
Image analysis
Color image processing
Pattern recognition or classification using color
C382S260000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07103215
ABSTRACT:
A method of detecting pornographic images, wherein a color reference database is prepared in LAB color space defining a plurality of colors representing relevant portions of a human body. A questionable image is selected, and sampled pixels are compared with the color reference database. Areas having a matching pixel are subjected to a texture analysis to determine if the pixel is an isolated color or if other comparable pixels surround it; a condition indicating possible skin. If an area of possible skin is found, the questionable image is classified as objectionable. A further embodiment includes preparation of a questionable image reference shape database defining objectionable shapes. An image with a detected area of possible skin is compared with the shape database, and depending on the results of the shape analysis, a predefined percentage of the images are classified for manual review.
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Beuran Razvan
Buzuloiu Vasile
Corcoran Peter
Cuic Mihai
Drimbarean Alexandru
Alavi Amir
Potomedia Technologies LLC
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