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Method and apparatus for automatic eyeglasses detection using a nose ridge mask

US7657086B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 31, 2006
Grant dateFeb 2, 2010
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Expiry dateJun 11, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06V10/7715
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and an apparatus automatically detect eyeglasses in an image. The method according to one embodiment accesses digital image data representing an image including a face; detects eyeglasses in the image by using nose ridge masking; and outputs a decision about presence or absence of eyeglasses in the image.

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