Image analysis – Applications – Animal – plant – or food inspection
Reexamination Certificate
2007-05-01
2007-05-01
Ahmed, Samir (Department: 2624)
Image analysis
Applications
Animal, plant, or food inspection
C348S089000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08879322
ABSTRACT:
Apparatus and methods to characterize and measure fruit pieces in food products are provided. A sample is spread on a viewing cell and illuminated. The image is captured by a camera and fed to a computer with imaging software. Information useful for quality control purposes and process control is obtained.
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Arnold Jessica M.
Hodgson Allan S.
Ahmed Samir
Dawn Foods, Inc.
Young & Basile P.C.
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