Dr. Chiman Kwan Profile

Dr. Chiman Kwan

Chief Technology Officer

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Area of Expertise:

Control , image processing , target recognition , Speech processing , video processing , remote sensing

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Company Website | Personal Website

Profile Summary

I am the founder of two R&D companies, working on projects related to control, signal processing, image processing, fault diagnostics and prognostics, and remote sensing. The past 30 years of research results with my numerous collaborators have been published in the form of 1 book, 4 book chapters, 15 patents, 60+ invention disclosures, 375+ journal and conference papers, over 550+ technical reports, and 120 competitively selected projects from government and private companies totaling more than 36 million dollars. I received numerous awards and recognitions from IEEE, NASA, and various agencies. I was elected a Fellow of OSA and a Fellow of the Institute of Measurement and Control in 2020. See my profile on Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiman-kwan-920377a?trk=hp-identity-name), research gate (https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Chiman_Kwan), and Google Scholar (https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=FNF0WSgAAAAJ&hl=en).

Publications (44)

Proceedings Article | 24 April 2020 Paper

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Generation of stereo images for Mastcam imagers

Rongjun Qin, Chiman Kwan, Bulent Ayhan

Proceedings Volume 11392, 1139207 (2020) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2557865

KEYWORDS: Imaging systems, 3D image processing, Mars, 3D modeling, Cameras, Image resolution, Multispectral imaging, Image processing, Feature extraction, Visualization

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Proceedings Article | 24 April 2020 Paper

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New layers in JMARS for displaying enhanced stereo and disparity images of Mastcam

Chiman Kwan, Bence Budavari, Bulent Ayhan, Scott Dickenshied

Proceedings Volume 11392, 1139204 (2020) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2557816

KEYWORDS: Image resolution, Imaging systems, Image enhancement, Databases, Algorithm development, Image fusion, Mars, Image compression, Image processing

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Proceedings Article | 22 April 2020 Paper

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Demosaicing images in low lighting environments

Chiman Kwan, Jude Larkin, Bence Budavari

Proceedings Volume 11423, 1142316 (2020) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2557820

KEYWORDS: Light sources and illumination, Visualization, Digital filtering, Linear filtering, Signal to noise ratio, Image quality

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Proceedings Article | 21 April 2020 Paper

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Performance comparison of different inpainting algorithms for accurate DTM generation

Bulent Ayhan, Chiman Kwan, Jude Larkin, Liyun Kwan, Dimitrios Skarlatos, Marinos Vlachos

Proceedings Volume 11398, 113980I (2020) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2557824

KEYWORDS: Vegetation, Image fusion, RGB color model, Reconstruction algorithms, Buildings, Image resolution, Image processing, Image enhancement, Gallium nitride, Bridges

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Proceedings Article | 21 April 2020 Paper

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Deep learning model for accurate vegetation classification using RGB image only

Bulent Ayhan, Chiman Kwan, Jude Larkin, Liyun Kwan, Dimitrios Skarlatos, Marinos Vlachos

Proceedings Volume 11398, 113980H (2020) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2557833

KEYWORDS: RGB color model, Image segmentation, Data modeling, Vegetation, Image resolution, Performance modeling, Image classification, Satellites, Statistical analysis, Agriculture

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Proceedings Article | 17 May 2019 Presentation + Paper

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Remote vapor detection and classification using hyperspectral images

Bulent Ayhan, Chiman Kwan, James Jensen

Proceedings Volume 11010, 110100U (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518500

KEYWORDS: Hyperspectral imaging, Target detection, 3D visualizations, Image classification, Sensors, Long wavelength infrared, Imaging systems, Image processing, Signal processing

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Proceedings Article | 14 May 2019 Presentation + Paper

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Change detection using Landsat and Worldview images

Chiman Kwan, Bryan Chou, Leif Hagen, Daniel Perez, Yuzhong Shen, Jiang Li, Krzysztof Koperski

Proceedings Volume 10986, 1098616 (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518515

KEYWORDS: Earth observing sensors, Landsat, Near infrared, Detection and tracking algorithms, Image resolution, Hyperspectral imaging, Image fusion, Sensors, Short wave infrared radiation

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Proceedings Article | 14 May 2019 Presentation + Paper

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Development of a pipeline for generating high resolution multispectral Mastcam images

Chiman Kwan, Bence Budavari, David Gribben, Bulent Ayhan

Proceedings Volume 10986, 109861J (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518478

KEYWORDS: Image resolution, Image processing, Image registration, Imaging systems, Multispectral imaging, Image enhancement, Image retrieval, Algorithm development, Data processing, Software development

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Proceedings Article | 13 May 2019 Presentation + Paper

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Compressive object tracking and classification using deep learning for infrared videos

Chiman Kwan, Bryan Chou, Jonathan Yang, Trac Tran

Proceedings Volume 10995, 1099506 (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518490

KEYWORDS: Video, Infrared radiation, Video surveillance, Video compression, Short wave infrared radiation, Target detection, Compressed sensing, Optical tracking, Infrared imaging, Image compression

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Proceedings Article | 13 May 2019 Presentation + Paper

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Target tracking and classification directly in compressive measurement for low quality videos

Chiman Kwan, Bryan Chou, Jonathan Yang, Trac Tran

Proceedings Volume 10995, 1099505 (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518496

KEYWORDS: Video, Video surveillance, Video compression, Quality measurement, Compressed sensing, Target detection, Optical tracking, Mid-IR, Cameras, Infrared imaging

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Proceedings Article | 7 May 2019 Presentation + Paper

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Fusion of landsat and worldview images

Chiman Kwan, Bryan Chou, Jerry Yang, Daniel Perez, Yuzhong Shen, Jiang Li, Krysztof Koperski

Proceedings Volume 11018, 1101816 (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518949

KEYWORDS: Earth observing sensors, Landsat, Image fusion, Spatial resolution, Image resolution, Near infrared, Temporal resolution, Algorithm development, Signal to noise ratio, Satellites

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Proceedings Article | 7 May 2019 Presentation + Paper

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Ground object detection in worldview images

Chiman Kwan, Bryan Chou, David Gribben, Leif Hagen, Jerry Yang, Bulent Ayhan, Krzysztof Koperski

Proceedings Volume 11018, 1101817 (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518529

KEYWORDS: RGB color model, Image resolution, Multispectral imaging, Hyperspectral imaging, Satellites, Algorithm development, Image classification, Binary data

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Proceedings Article | 7 May 2019 Presentation + Paper

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Perceptually lossless compression of Mastcam images with error recovery

Chiman Kwan, Jude Larkin, Bryan Chou

Proceedings Volume 11018, 1101815 (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518482

KEYWORDS: Image compression, Error analysis, Imaging systems, RGB color model, Video compression, Multispectral imaging, Cameras, Principal component analysis, Mars, Video

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Proceedings Article | 7 May 2019 Presentation + Paper

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A comparative study of conventional and deep learning approaches for demosaicing Mastcam images

Chiman Kwan, Bryan Chou

Proceedings Volume 11018, 1101814 (2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2518489

KEYWORDS: Algorithm development, Cameras, RGB color model, Image fusion, Imaging systems, Visualization, Mars, Optical filters, Laser induced breakdown spectroscopy, Planetary systems

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Proceedings Article | 14 May 2018 Presentation + Paper

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High performance image completion using sparsity based algorithms

Jin Zhou, Chiman Kwan

Proceedings Volume 10669, 106690I (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2303661

KEYWORDS: Reconstruction algorithms, Algorithm development, LIDAR, Associative arrays, Image restoration, Compressed sensing, Stochastic processes, Hyperspectral imaging, Image processing, Visualization

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Proceedings Article | 8 May 2018 Presentation + Paper

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High performance change detection in hyperspectral images using multiple references

Jin Zhou, Chiman Kwan

Proceedings Volume 10644, 106440Z (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2303647

KEYWORDS: Detection and tracking algorithms, Hyperspectral imaging, Sensors, Atmospheric sensing, Image registration, Smoothing, Field emission displays, Signal processing, Multispectral imaging, Mars

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Proceedings Article | 8 May 2018 Presentation + Paper

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On the generation of high-spatial and high-spectral resolution images using THEMIS and TES for Mars exploration

Chiman Kwan, Christopher Haberle, Bulent Ayhan, Bryan Chou, Adam Echavarren, Giorgy Castaneda, Bence Budavari, Scott Dickenshied

Proceedings Volume 10644, 106440B (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2303758

KEYWORDS: Image processing, Mars, Atmospheric corrections, Spatial resolution, Imaging systems, Image fusion, Image resolution, Spectral resolution, Image filtering, Multispectral imaging

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Proceedings Article | 8 May 2018 Presentation + Paper

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A new nonlinear change detection approach based on band ratioing

Bulent Ayhan, Chiman Kwan, Jin Zhou

Proceedings Volume 10644, 1064410 (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2303648

KEYWORDS: Image segmentation, Palladium, Hyperspectral imaging, Detection and tracking algorithms, Image filtering, Image processing, Mars, Remote sensing, Target detection, Image processing algorithms and systems

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Proceedings Article | 30 April 2018 Presentation + Paper

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Anomaly detection in low quality traffic monitoring videos using optical flow

Jin Zhou, Chiman Kwan

Proceedings Volume 10649, 106490F (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2303651

KEYWORDS: Video, Particles, Optical flow, Detection and tracking algorithms, Particle filters, Image segmentation, Databases, Cameras, Binary data, Optical filters

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Proceedings Article | 30 April 2018 Presentation + Paper

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ATR performance improvement using images with corrupted or missing pixels

Jin Zhou, Bulent Ayhan, Chiman Kwan, Trac Tran

Proceedings Volume 10649, 106490E (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2303659

KEYWORDS: Detection and tracking algorithms, Automatic target recognition, Target detection, Surveillance, Unmanned aerial vehicles, Stochastic processes, Reconstruction algorithms, Signal to noise ratio, Hyperspectral imaging, Associative arrays

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Proceedings Article | 27 April 2018 Presentation + Paper

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The development of a video browsing and video summary review tool

Chiman Kwan, Jenson Yin, Jin Zhou

Proceedings Volume 10649, 1064907 (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2303654

KEYWORDS: Video, Video surveillance, Video processing, Databases, Human-machine interfaces, Data storage, Visualization, Control systems, Switches, Image processing

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Proceedings Article | 27 April 2018 Presentation + Paper

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Efficient anomaly detection algorithms for summarizing low quality videos

Chiman Kwan, Jin Zhou, Zheshen Wang, Baoxin Li

Proceedings Volume 10649, 1064906 (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2303764

KEYWORDS: Video, Video surveillance, Detection and tracking algorithms, Smoothing, Databases, Binary data, Video processing, Target detection, Positron emission tomography, Signal processing

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SPIE Journal Paper | 17 August 2017

Improved target detection for hyperspectral images using hybrid in-scene calibration

Jin Zhou, Chiman Kwan, Bulent Ayhan

JARS, Vol. 11, Issue 03, 035010, (August 2017) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.JRS.11.035010

KEYWORDS: Vegetation, Target detection, Hyperspectral imaging, Calibration, Hyperspectral target detection, Reflectivity, Sensors, Detection and tracking algorithms, Environmental sensing, Silver

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SPIE Journal Paper | 23 September 2016

Hyperspectral image super-resolution: a hybrid color mapping approach

Jin Zhou, Chiman Kwan, Bence Budavari

JARS, Vol. 10, Issue 03, 035024, (September 2016) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.JRS.10.035024

KEYWORDS: Hyperspectral imaging, Super resolution, Spatial resolution, Point spread functions, Lawrencium, Atrial fibrillation, Image classification, Image resolution, Principal component analysis, Image fusion

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Proceedings Article | 22 May 2012 Paper

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A high-performance approach to minimizing interactions between inbound and outbound signals in helmet

Chiman Kwan, Jin Zhou, Bulent Ayhan, Scott Sands

Proceedings Volume 8383, 83830N (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.918023

KEYWORDS: Digital filtering, Optical filters, Electronic filtering, Positive feedback, Telecommunications, Signal processing, Acoustics, Interference (communication), Head, Fourier transforms

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Proceedings Article | 21 June 2011 Paper

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Comparison of three radar systems for through-the-wall sensing

X. Wang, J. Li, Y. Yang, C. Lu, C. Kwan, B. Ayhan

Proceedings Volume 8021, 80210H (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.880979

KEYWORDS: Radar, Target detection, Receivers, Doppler effect, Antennas, Sensing systems, Feature extraction, Reflectors, Picosecond phenomena

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Proceedings Article | 13 May 2010 Paper

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Endmember extraction in hyperspectral images using l-1 minimization and linear complementary programming

Dzung Nguyen, Trac Tran, Chiman Kwan, Bulent Ayhan

Proceedings Volume 7695, 76951M (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.850139

KEYWORDS: Detection and tracking algorithms, Target detection, Computer programming, Associative arrays, Hyperspectral imaging, Algorithm development, Reconstruction algorithms, Chemical species, Image processing, Compressed sensing

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Proceedings Article | 8 June 2007 Open Access

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Fluctuation-enhanced sensing

L. Kish, G. Schmera, Ch. Kwan, J. Smulko, P. Heszler, C.-G. Granqvist

Proceedings Volume 6600, 66000V (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.726838

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Molecules, Gas sensors, Diffusion, Biological and chemical sensing, Resistance, Stochastic processes, Statistical analysis, Thermometry, Chemical analysis

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Proceedings Article | 19 May 2006 Paper

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IMM-LMMSE filtering algorithm for ballistic target tracking with unknown ballistic coefficient

Zhanlue Zhao, Huimin Chen, Genshe Chen, Chiman Kwan, X. Rong Li

Proceedings Volume 6236, 62360K (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.665760

KEYWORDS: Nonlinear filtering, Detection and tracking algorithms, Electronic filtering, Filtering (signal processing), Error analysis, Complex systems, Systems modeling, Linear filtering, Radar, Computer simulations

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Proceedings Article | 9 July 2002 Paper

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On the use of active structural control to enhance the cutting performance of a milling machine

Jeffrey Dohner, James Lauffer, Terry Hinnerichs, Natarajan Shankar, Mark Regelbrugge, Chi-Man Kwan, Roger Xu, William Winterbauer, Keith Bridger

Proceedings Volume 4698, (2002) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.475098

KEYWORDS: Control systems, Spindles, Metals, Actuators, Sensors, Process control, Receivers, Lead, Finite element methods, Matrices

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Proceedings Article | 10 October 2001 Paper

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Composite delamination detection using infrared images

Chi-Man Kwan, Roger Xu, Leonard Haynes

Proceedings Volume 4369, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.445319

KEYWORDS: Fuzzy logic, Head, Principal component analysis, Image segmentation, Composites, Image processing, Infrared imaging, Infrared radiation, Neural networks, Infrared detectors

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Proceedings Article | 28 August 2001 Paper

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Traffic prediction tool for enhancing wireless network management

Chi-Man Kwan, Roger Xu, Pam Clark, Charlie Hammond

Proceedings Volume 4395, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.438291

KEYWORDS: Neural networks, Algorithm development, Wireless communications, Neurons, Evolutionary algorithms, Mobile communications, Tolerancing, Very large scale integration, Control systems, Roads

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Proceedings Article | 27 August 2001 Paper

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Target isolation for SAR images

Roger Xu, Chi-Man Kwan, Leonard Haynes

Proceedings Volume 4382, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.438210

KEYWORDS: Synthetic aperture radar, Digital filtering, Image filtering, Detection and tracking algorithms, Target recognition, Optical filters, Image processing, Infrared cameras, Imaging systems, Smoothing

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Proceedings Article | 20 July 2001 Paper

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Helicopter gearbox fault isolation

Chi-Man Kwan, Alexander Davydov, Roger Xu

Proceedings Volume 4389, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.434232

KEYWORDS: Autoregressive models, Sensors, Failure analysis, Lead, Computer simulations, Data acquisition, Feature extraction, Data storage, Analog electronics, Corrosion

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Proceedings Article | 20 July 2001 Paper

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Remote diagnosis tool via Internet

Roger Xu, Jinli Chen, Chi-Man Kwan

Proceedings Volume 4389, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.434251

KEYWORDS: Internet, Video, LabVIEW, Digital signal processing, Computing systems, Data conversion, Human-machine interfaces, Sensors, Diagnostics

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Proceedings Article | 20 July 2001 Paper

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Bearing monitoring

Roger Xu, Mark Stevenson, Chi-Man Kwan, Leonard Haynes

Proceedings Volume 4389, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.434241

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Principal component analysis, Fourier transforms, Metals, Neural networks, Detection and tracking algorithms, Astatine, Digital electronics, Liquids, 3D image processing

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Proceedings Article | 27 March 2001 Paper

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New data clustering technique and its applications

Chi-Man Kwan, Roger Xu, Leonard Haynes

Proceedings Volume 4384, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.421060

KEYWORDS: Principal component analysis, Neural networks, Sensors, Intelligent sensors, Fourier transforms, Neurons, Sensor performance, Quantization, Detection and tracking algorithms, Failure analysis

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Proceedings Article | 26 March 2001 Paper

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SAR image compression using wavelets

Chi-Man Kwan, Baoxin Li, Roger Xu, Trac Tran, Truong Nguyen

Proceedings Volume 4391, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.421215

KEYWORDS: Wavelets, Synthetic aperture radar, Image compression, Wavelet transforms, Signal attenuation, Signal to noise ratio, Mirrors, Quantization, Standards development, Image filtering

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Proceedings Article | 26 March 2001 Paper

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Very low bit-rate video compression using wavelets

Chi-Man Kwan, Baoxin Li, Roger Xu, Trac Tran, Truong Nguyen

Proceedings Volume 4391, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.421197

KEYWORDS: Wavelets, Video compression, Image compression, Wavelet transforms, Video, Image quality, Radiography, Analytical research, Lithium, Signals intelligence

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Proceedings Article | 23 March 2001 Paper

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Gearbox failure prediction using infrared camera

Chi-Man Kwan, Roger Xu, Leonard Haynes

Proceedings Volume 4360, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.421003

KEYWORDS: Image processing, Failure analysis, Thermography, Principal component analysis, Infrared cameras, Neural networks, Infrared imaging, Infrared radiation, Teeth, Video processing

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Proceedings Article | 20 August 1999 Paper

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Intelligent control of piezoelectric actuators for precision manufacturing

Chi-Man Kwan, Roger Xu, Jun Lang, C. Lin, Mark Stevenson, Yan Lin, Zhubing Ren, Leonard Haynes

Proceedings Volume 3833, (1999) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.359513

KEYWORDS: Actuators, Fuzzy logic, Neural networks, Digital signal processing, Data modeling, Sensors, Digital filtering, Control systems, Manufacturing, Feedback loops

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Proceedings Article | 16 June 1998 Paper

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Smart spindle unit for active chatter suppression of a milling machine: II. Dynamics and control

James Lauffer, Mark Regelbrugge, Chi-Man Kwan, Yan Lin, Hongqing Xu, Jeffrey Dohner, Terry Hinnerichs

Proceedings Volume 3326, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.310631

KEYWORDS: Spindles, Actuators, Sensors, Ceramics, Control systems, Motion measurement, Process control, Interfaces, Modulation, Metals

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Proceedings Article | 23 May 1997 Paper

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Active chatter control in a milling machine

Jeffrey Dohner, Terry Hinnerichs, James Lauffer, Chi-Man Kwan, Mark Regelbrugge, Natarajan Shankar

Proceedings Volume 3044, (1997) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.274672

KEYWORDS: Mathematical modeling, Actuators, Amplifiers, Data modeling, Spindles, Metals, Structural dynamics, Ferroelectric materials, Control systems, Signal processing

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Proceedings Article | 1 May 1996 Paper

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Active chatter supression in an octahedral hexapod milling machine: a design study

Jeffrey Dohner, Chi-Man Kwan, Mark Regelbrugge

Proceedings Volume 2721, (1996) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.239144

KEYWORDS: Actuators, Spindles, Metals, Finite element methods, Ceramics, Data modeling, Solid state physics, Structural dynamics, Calibration, Device simulation

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