Prof. Yang Tao Profile

Prof. Yang Tao

at Univ of Maryland College Park

SPIE Involvement:

Conference Program Committee | Author

Publications (30)

SPIE Journal Paper | April 11, 2018

Convolutional neural network guided blue crab knuckle detection for autonomous crab meat picking machine

Wang, Dongyi , Vinson, Robert , Holmes, Maxwell , Seibel, Gary , Tao, Yang

OE Vol. 57 Issue 04

KEYWORDS: Convolutional neural networks, Image processing, Image segmentation, Optical engineering, Binary data, RGB color model, Image analysis, Network architectures, Performance modeling, Machine vision

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | March 19, 2008

Effects of digital geometry and phantom size on cone-beam CT point spread function measurement

Proc. SPIE. 6913, Medical Imaging 2008: Physics of Medical Imaging

KEYWORDS: Point spread functions, Imaging systems, Sensors, X-rays, X-ray sources, Tomography, 3D metrology, Convolution, Reconstruction algorithms, 3D image processing

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | October 12, 2007

Walnut shell and meat classification using texture analysis and SVMs

Proc. SPIE. 6761, Optics for Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Foods II

KEYWORDS: Wavelet transforms, Imaging systems, Cameras, Wavelets, Inspection, Image filtering, Transmittance, Image classification, Feature selection, Binary data

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SPIE Journal Paper | September 1, 2007

Using noninvasive multispectral imaging to quantitatively assess tissue vasculature

Vogel, Abby , Chernomordik, Victor , Riley, Jason , Hassan, Moinuddin , Amyot, Franck , Dasgeb, Bahar , Demos, Stavros , Pursley, Randy , Little, Richard , Yarchoan, Robert , Tao, Yang , Gandjbakhche, Amir

JBO Vol. 12 Issue 05

KEYWORDS: Blood, Tissues, Skin, Multispectral imaging, Tissue optics, Calibration, Near infrared spectroscopy, Absorption, Therapeutics, Doppler effect

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | March 19, 2007

Sinogram restoration for ultra-low-dose x-ray multi-slice helical CT by nonparametric regression

Proc. SPIE. 6510, Medical Imaging 2007: Physics of Medical Imaging

KEYWORDS: X-ray computed tomography, Data modeling, Sensors, Denoising, X-rays, Data acquisition, Image filtering, Computed tomography, Reconstruction algorithms, Lung cancer

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During the last decade, x-ray computed tomography (CT) has been applied to screen large asymptomatic smoking and nonsmoking populations for early lung cancer detection. Because a larger population will be involved in such screening exams, more and more attention has been paid to studying low-dose, even ultra-low-dose x-ray CT. However, reducing CT radiation exposure will increase noise level in the sinogram, thereby degrading the quality of reconstructed CT images as well as causing more streak artifacts near the apices of the lung. Thus, how to reduce the noise levels and streak artifacts in the low-dose CT images is becoming a meaningful topic. Since multi-slice helical CT has replaced conventional stop-and-shoot CT in many clinical applications, this research mainly focused on the noise reduction issue in multi-slice helical CT. The experiment data were provided by Siemens SOMATOM Sensation 16-Slice helical CT. It included both conventional CT data acquired under 120 kvp voltage and 119 mA current and ultra-low-dose CT data acquired under 120 kvp and 10 mA protocols. All other settings are the same as that of conventional CT. In this paper, a nonparametric smoothing method with thin plate smoothing splines and the roughness penalty was proposed to restore the ultra-low-dose CT raw data. Each projection frame was firstly divided into blocks, and then the 2D data in each block was fitted to a thin-plate smoothing splines' surface via minimizing a roughness-penalized least squares objective function. By doing so, the noise in each ultra-low-dose CT projection was reduced by leveraging the information contained not only within each individual projection profile, but also among nearby profiles. Finally the restored ultra-low-dose projection data were fed into standard filtered back projection (FBP) algorithm to reconstruct CT images. The rebuilt results as well as the comparison between proposed approach and traditional method were given in the results and discussions section, and showed effectiveness of proposed thin-plate based nonparametric regression method.

SPIE Journal Paper | January 1, 2007

Three-dimensional shape enhanced transform for automatic apple stem-end/calyx identification

Zhu, Bin , Jiang, Lu , Tao, Yang

OE Vol. 46 Issue 01

KEYWORDS: Near infrared, Cameras, 3D image processing, Image enhancement, Imaging systems, 3D modeling, Light sources, Lutetium, 3D image enhancement, Optical engineering

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | October 23, 2006

Calibration of a combined x-ray and laser imaging system

Proc. SPIE. 6381, Optics for Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Foods

KEYWORDS: Imaging systems, Cameras, Sensors, Calibration, Error analysis, X-rays, CCD cameras, X-ray imaging, 3D image processing, Line scan image sensors

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | November 9, 2005

Gabor-wavelet decomposition and integrated PCA-FLD method for texture based defect classification

Proc. SPIE. 5996, Optical Sensors and Sensing Systems for Natural Resources and Food Safety and Quality

KEYWORDS: Hyperspectral imaging, Principal component analysis, Image processing, Wavelets, Skin, Feature extraction, Image classification, Chemical analysis, Analytical research, Ferroelectric LCDs

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | November 9, 2005

Pattern classification for boneless poultry inspection using combined X-ray/laser 3D imaging

Proc. SPIE. 5996, Optical Sensors and Sensing Systems for Natural Resources and Food Safety and Quality

KEYWORDS: Imaging systems, Stereoscopy, Image segmentation, X-rays, Inspection, Neural networks, Image classification, X-ray imaging, Neurons, Classification systems

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | November 9, 2005

Feature extraction and band selection methods for hyperspectral imagery applied for identifying defects

Proc. SPIE. 5996, Optical Sensors and Sensing Systems for Natural Resources and Food Safety and Quality

KEYWORDS: Signal to noise ratio, Hyperspectral imaging, Principal component analysis, Defect detection, Pattern recognition, Remote sensing, Feature extraction, Data processing, Image classification, Ferroelectric LCDs

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | November 8, 2005

Real-time image analysis for nondestructive detection of metal sliver in packed food

Proc. SPIE. 5996, Optical Sensors and Sensing Systems for Natural Resources and Food Safety and Quality

KEYWORDS: Edge detection, Sensors, Metals, Image segmentation, Image processing, X-rays, Inspection, Image analysis, Image enhancement, X-ray imaging

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | November 7, 2005

3D surface reconstruction of apples from 2D NIR images

Proc. SPIE. 6000, Two- and Three-Dimensional Methods for Inspection and Metrology III

KEYWORDS: Near infrared, Light sources, 3D image reconstruction, Cameras, Image segmentation, Reflectivity, Fourier transforms, 3D modeling, Machine vision, 3D image processing

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | November 7, 2005

Sub-pixel accuracy thickness calculation of poultry fillets from scattered laser profiles

Proc. SPIE. 6000, Two- and Three-Dimensional Methods for Inspection and Metrology III

KEYWORDS: Signal to noise ratio, Reflection, Imaging systems, Scattering, Cameras, Light scattering, Coating, Laser scattering, Reflectivity, Laser systems engineering

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | March 30, 2004

High-resolution real-time x-ray and 3D imaging for physical contamination detection in deboned poultry meat

Proc. SPIE. 5271, Monitoring Food Safety, Agriculture, and Plant Health

KEYWORDS: Contamination, Imaging systems, Image processing, X-rays, Inspection, Bone, X-ray lasers, X-ray imaging, Laser imaging, Digital x-ray imaging

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SPIE Journal Paper | May 1, 2001

Wavelet-based adaptive thresholding method for image segmentation

Chen, Zikuan , Tao, Yang , Chen, Xin , Griffis, Carl

OE Vol. 40 Issue 05

KEYWORDS: Wavelets, Image segmentation, Image processing, X-ray imaging, X-rays, Wavelet transforms, Image resolution, Bone, Inspection, Digital imaging

PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | March 28, 2001

Photonics in fruit and vegetable quality assessment

Proc. SPIE. 10301, Optics in Agriculture: 1990-2000: A Critical Review

KEYWORDS: Photonics, Intellectual property

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | March 13, 2001

Far-infrared and 3D imaging for doneness assessment in chicken breast

Proc. SPIE. 4206, Photonic Detection and Intervention Technologies for Safe Food

KEYWORDS: Infrared cameras, Thermography, Breast, Image fusion, Infrared imaging, Safety, Cameras, Neural networks, Infrared radiation, Temperature metrology

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | March 13, 2001

Simulated optical color correlation for identification of air sacculitis in poultry

Proc. SPIE. 4206, Photonic Detection and Intervention Technologies for Safe Food

KEYWORDS: Optical filters, Visualization, Tissues, Inspection, CCD cameras, Transform theory, LCDs, Optical simulations, Tissue optics, RGB color model

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SPIE Journal Paper | March 1, 2001

Subband correlation of Daubechies wavelet representations

Chen, Zikuan , Tao, Yang

OE Vol. 40 Issue 03

KEYWORDS: Wavelets, Wavelet transforms, Optical engineering, Image registration, Algorithm development, Target recognition, Data modeling, Convolution, Discrete wavelet transforms, Speckle

PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | December 29, 2000

Application of machine vision in inspecting stem and shape of fruits

Proc. SPIE. 4203, Biological Quality and Precision Agriculture II

KEYWORDS: Statistical analysis, Imaging systems, Inspection, Computing systems, Artificial neural networks, Head, Machine vision, Image classification, Scene classification, Algorithm development

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SPIE Journal Paper | November 1, 2000

Combined IR imaging-neural network method for the estimation of internal temperature in cooked chicken meat

Ibarra, Juan , Tao, Yang , Xin, Hongwei

OE Vol. 39 Issue 11

KEYWORDS: Infrared imaging, Infrared cameras, Neural networks, Thermography, Cameras, Error analysis, Information technology, Temperature metrology, Breast, Detection and tracking algorithms

PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | January 14, 1999

Nondestructive quantification of internal damage in rough rice caused by insects and fungus

Proc. SPIE. 3543, Precision Agriculture and Biological Quality

KEYWORDS: Avalanche photodetectors, Visualization, Imaging systems, Glasses, Inspection, Nondestructive evaluation, CCD cameras, Machine vision, Translucency, Binary data

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | January 14, 1999

Estimation of internal temperature in chicken meat by means of mid-infrared imaging and neural networks

Proc. SPIE. 3543, Precision Agriculture and Biological Quality

KEYWORDS: Infrared cameras, Thermography, Breast, Infrared imaging, Mid-IR, Cameras, Inspection, Neural networks, Infrared radiation, Temperature metrology

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | January 12, 1999

Detection of eviscerated poultry spleen enlargement by machine vision

Proc. SPIE. 3544, Pathogen Detection and Remediation for Safe Eating

KEYWORDS: Statistical analysis, Liver, Cameras, Image processing, Ultraviolet radiation, Inspection, Spleen, Light sources and illumination, Machine vision, Intestine

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SPIE Journal Paper | November 1, 1998

Brightness-invariant image segmentation for on-line fruit defect detection

Wen, James , Tao, Yang

OE Vol. 37 Issue 11

KEYWORDS: Image segmentation, Cameras, Machine vision, Defect detection, Image processing, Reflectivity, Imaging systems, Inspection, Light sources and illumination, Defect inspection

PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | October 1, 1998

Dual-wavelength imaging for online identification of stem ends and calyxes

Proc. SPIE. 3460, Applications of Digital Image Processing XXI

KEYWORDS: Infrared imaging, Near infrared, Cameras, Image segmentation, Image processing, Inspection, Control systems, Light sources and illumination, Machine vision, Defect inspection

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SPIE Journal Paper | January 1, 1998

Fuzzy-based determination of model and parameters of dual-wavelength vision system for on-line apple sorting

Wen, James , Tao, Yang

OE Vol. 37 Issue 01

KEYWORDS: Fuzzy logic, Visual process modeling, Cameras, Optical filters, Machine vision, Imaging systems, Inspection, Light sources and illumination, Statistical modeling, Reflectivity

PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | October 30, 1997

Intensity compensation for on-line detection of defects on fruit

Proc. SPIE. 3164, Applications of Digital Image Processing XX

KEYWORDS: Image processing algorithms and systems, Defect detection, Image segmentation, Reflectivity, Machine vision, Algorithm development, Spherical lenses

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PROCEEDINGS ARTICLE | September 22, 1997

Crosstalk in phase-coded holographic memories using different orthogonal codes

Proc. SPIE. 3137, Photorefractive Fiber and Crystal Devices: Materials, Optical Properties, and Applications III

KEYWORDS: Signal to noise ratio, Holograms, Holography, Lithium, Matrices, Interference (communication), Multiplexing, Spatial light modulators, Volume holography, Information operations

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SPIE Journal Paper | February 1, 1996

Spherical transform of fruit images for on-line defect extraction of mass objects

Tao, Yang

OE Vol. 35 Issue 02

KEYWORDS: Image segmentation, Spherical lenses, Cameras, Inspection, Image processing, Reflectivity, Light sources and illumination, Optical engineering, Imaging systems, Signal processing

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Conference Committee Involvement (16)

Sensing for Agriculture and Food Quality and Safety X

18 April 2018 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Sensing for Agriculture and Food Quality and Safety IX

13 April 2017 | Anaheim, California, United States

Sensing for Agriculture and Food Quality and Safety VIII

20 April 2016 | Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Sensing for Agriculture and Food Quality and Safety VII

21 April 2015 | Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Sensing for Agriculture and Food Quality and Safety VI

6 May 2014 | Baltimore, Maryland, United States

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