Prof. Stuart Robson Profile

Prof. Stuart Robson

Professor of Photogrammetry and Laser Scanning at Univ College London

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optical metrology , laser scanning , photogrammetry

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Stuart Robson is Professor of Photogrammetry and Laser Scanning at UCL (University College London where he leads the Photogrammetry, 3D Imaging and Metrology research group. His research focus is on the development of optical measurement techniques for a wide range of applications including high accuracy engineering measurement, medical and biological metrology and 3D colour cultural heritage recording. He has a track record of close working with NASA, Airbus and NPL.

Publications (18)

Proceedings Article | 21 June 2015 Paper

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Improving automated 3D reconstruction methods via vision metrology

Isabella Toschi, Erica Nocerino, Mona Hess, Fabio Menna, Ben Sargeant, Lindsay MacDonald, Fabio Remondino, Stuart Robson

Proceedings Volume 9528, 95280H (2015) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2184974

KEYWORDS: 3D modeling, Calibration, Error analysis, Clouds, Metrology, Optical spheres, 3D image processing, 3D metrology, Image processing, 3D vision

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Proceedings Article | 21 June 2015 Paper

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Determining the coordinates of lamps in an illumination dome

Lindsay MacDonald, Ali Ahmadabadian, Stuart Robson

Proceedings Volume 9528, 95280I (2015) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2185006

KEYWORDS: Lamps, Cameras, Photogrammetry, Error analysis, Domes, Visualization, Calibration, Volume rendering, Zoom lenses, Head

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Proceedings Article | 7 June 2013 Paper

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The development of an 'on-belt tomosynthesis' system for cost-effective (3D) baggage screening

S. Kolokytha, Robert Speller, Stuart Robson

Proceedings Volume 8709, 87090Z (2013) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2022456

KEYWORDS: Sensors, X-rays, Imaging systems, X-ray sources, Cameras, X-ray detectors, Photogrammetry, Calibration, Reconstruction algorithms, X-ray imaging

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Proceedings Article | 23 May 2013 Paper

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A webcam photogrammetric method for robot calibration

Ben Sargeant, Ali Hosseininaveh A., Tohid Erfani, Stuart Robson, Jan Boehm

Proceedings Volume 8791, 879103 (2013) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2020484

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Calibration, Kinematics, Particle swarm optimization, Photogrammetry, Particles, Matrices, Data modeling, Imaging systems, Laser scanners

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Proceedings Article | 23 May 2013 Paper

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Image selection in photogrammetric multi-view stereo methods for metric and complete 3D reconstruction

Ali Hosseininaveh Ahmadabadian, Stuart Robson, Jan Boehm, Mark Shortis

Proceedings Volume 8791, 879107 (2013) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2020472

KEYWORDS: 3D image reconstruction, 3D modeling, Cameras, Image compression, Visibility, Clouds, 3D image processing, Laser scanners, Image processing, Stereoscopic cameras

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Proceedings Article | 21 June 2011 Paper

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Artefacts for optical surface measurement

Stuart Robson, J.-Angelo Beraldin, Andrew Brownhill, Lindsay MacDonald

Proceedings Volume 8085, 80850C (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.882702

KEYWORDS: Optics manufacturing, Surface finishing, Optical spheres, 3D metrology, Optical testing, Inspection, Metrology, Nanolithography, Imaging systems, Calibration

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Proceedings Article | 4 September 2009 Paper

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Performance study of non-contact surface measurement technology for use in an experimental fusion device

A. Brownhill, R. Brade, S. Robson

Proceedings Volume 7447, 744708 (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.825267

KEYWORDS: Data modeling, Computer aided design, Solid modeling, Laser systems engineering, Plasma, Image registration, Laser scanners, Surface finishing, Manufacturing, Measurement devices

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Proceedings Article | 4 September 2009 Paper

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Payload systems and tracking algorithms for photogrammetric measurement of parachute shape

Mark Shortis, Stuart Robson, Tom Jones, Benny Lunsford, João Oliveira

Proceedings Volume 7447, 74470L (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.827333

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Calibration, Image processing, Imaging systems, Sensors, Image quality, Optical tracking, Video, Visualization, Detection and tracking algorithms

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Proceedings Article | 17 January 2005 Paper

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Influence of Bayer filters on the quality of photogrammetric measurement

Mark Shortis, James Seager, Euan Harvey, Stuart Robson

Proceedings Volume 5665, 56650H (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.588217

KEYWORDS: Quality measurement, Optical filters, Image quality, Image filtering, Image sensors, Image processing, Visualization, Digital filtering, CCD cameras, CMOS cameras

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Proceedings Article | 10 January 2003 Paper

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Automatic recognition of coded targets based on a Hough transform and segment matching

Mark Shortis, James Seager, Stuart Robson, Euan Harvey

Proceedings Volume 5013, (2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.476172

KEYWORDS: Target recognition, Image segmentation, Calibration, Automatic target recognition, Hough transforms, Detection and tracking algorithms, Cameras, Target detection, Distortion, Image processing algorithms and systems

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Proceedings Article | 22 December 2000 Paper

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Calibration modeling and stability testing for the Kodak DC200 series digital still camera

Mark Shortis, Clifford Ogleby, Stuart Robson, Ellias Karalis, Horst Beyer

Proceedings Volume 4309, (2000) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.410870

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Calibration, Digital cameras, Reliability, CCD cameras, Imaging systems, Metrology, Charge-coupled devices, Zoom lenses, Reverse modeling

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Proceedings Article | 22 December 2000 Paper

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Toward the automated extraction of accurate 3D models from close-range photogrammetric networks

Helen Papadaki, Stuart Robson, David Chapman, Neil Woodhouse

Proceedings Volume 4309, (2000) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.410882

KEYWORDS: Image processing, 3D modeling, Image segmentation, 3D metrology, Systems modeling, Reflectivity, Image analysis, Visual process modeling, 3D acquisition, Image quality

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Proceedings Article | 14 December 1998 Paper

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Vision metrology with superwide-angle and fish-eye optics

Stuart Robson, Mark Shortis, Sidney Ray

Proceedings Volume 3641, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.333785

KEYWORDS: Image quality, Lenses, Cameras, Lens design, Imaging systems, Metrology, Calibration, Digital cameras, Image processing, Digital imaging

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Proceedings Article | 13 September 1995 Paper

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Practical testing of the precision and accuracy of target image centering algorithms

Mark Shortis, Timothy Clarke, Stuart Robson

Proceedings Volume 2598, (1995) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.220925

KEYWORDS: Detection and tracking algorithms, Cameras, Calibration, CCD cameras, Error analysis, Sensors, Image sensors, CCD image sensors, Digital imaging, Light sources and illumination

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Proceedings Article | 6 October 1994 Paper

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Optimized target-matching based on a 3D space intersection and a constrained search for multiple camera views

Jin Chen, Timothy Clarke, Stuart Robson, Kenneth Grattan

Proceedings Volume 2350, (1994) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.189143

KEYWORDS: Cameras, 3D acquisition, Detection and tracking algorithms, Tolerancing, Algorithm development, 3D image processing, Computer simulations, Image processing, Reliability, Error analysis

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Proceedings Article | 1 March 1994 Paper

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Alternative to the epipolar line method for automatic target matching in multiple images 3D measurement

Jin Chen, Timothy Clarke, Stuart Robson

Proceedings Volume 2252, (1994) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.169837

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Proceedings Article | 22 October 1993 Paper

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Suitability of the Pulnix TM6CN CCD camera for photogrammetric measurement

Stuart Robson, Timothy Clarke, Jin Chen

Proceedings Volume 2067, (1993) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.162137

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Sensors, Calibration, Clocks, Imaging systems, CCD cameras, CCD image sensors, Image sensors, Image processing, Charge-coupled devices

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Proceedings Article | 22 September 1993 Paper

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Comparison of three methods for the 3D measurement of turbine blades

Timothy Clarke, Stuart Robson, Jin Chen

Proceedings Volume 2101, (1993) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.156254

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Sensors, Moire patterns, CCD image sensors, Calibration, Imaging systems, Reliability, CCD cameras, 3D metrology, Distance measurement

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Conference Committee Involvement (8)

Videometrics, Range Imaging, and Applications

26 June 2017 | Munich, Germany

Videometrics, Range Imaging, and Applications XIII

22 June 2015 | Munich, Germany

Videometrics, Range Imaging, and Applications XII

14 May 2013 | Munich, Germany

Videometrics, Range Imaging, and Applications

25 May 2011 | Munich, Germany

3D Imaging Metrology

24 January 2011 | San Francisco Airport, California, United States

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