Dynamic Contrast Adjustment for AI Face Recognition
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Solution Overview
Problem
Face recognition performance is reduced due to pose and contrast differences between images in practical environments, which existing face recognition techniques using deep learning struggle to address effectively.
Innovation Solution
A face recognition apparatus and method utilizing an artificial neural network that dynamically adjusts image contrast by processing images with a set contrast parameter, detecting facial images, determining match probabilities, and adjusting the contrast parameter to improve recognition accuracy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If deep learning is used for face recognition, then recognition performance is improved, but recognition accuracy deteriorates due to contrast differences between training images and comparison images
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by dynamically adjusting the contrast parameter of the ISP based on the actual imaging environment. The processor determines an appropriate contrast parameter according to lighting conditions and other environmental factors, then controls the ISP to perform image processing with this adjusted parameter. This resolves the contradiction by adapting the image processing parameters to match the practical environment, ensuring that the contrast characteristics of captured images align with those of stored facial information, thereby maintaining high recognition accuracy when using deep learning.
2Speed
If contrast parameter is fixed, then processing speed is improved, but recognition performance deteriorates due to pose and contrast differences in practical environments
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamics by transitioning from a fixed contrast parameter to a dynamically adjustable one. The processor continuously determines appropriate contrast parameters based on real-time imaging environment conditions and controls the ISP to adaptively process images. This dynamic adjustment mechanism allows the system to maintain high processing speed while simultaneously adapting to various practical environments including different lighting conditions and poses, thereby resolving the contradiction between speed and recognition performance.
3Measurement precision
If image processing with contrast adjustment is performed, then recognition accuracy is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by integrating the contrast parameter determination and adjustment functionality into the existing processor and ISP architecture. The processor, which already performs face recognition processing, now also determines appropriate contrast parameters based on imaging environment conditions and controls the ISP accordingly. This multi-functionality approach allows the system to achieve improved recognition accuracy through contrast adjustment without significantly increasing device complexity, as the same hardware components perform multiple functions.
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AI summary
The present disclosure relates to face recognition apparatus and method capable of increasing a rate of face recognition using artificial intelligence by changing a captured image or video in contrast value in a dynamic manner. An operational method of a face recognition electronic apparatus using an artificial neural network may include: receiving from an ISP an image processed based on a set contrast parameter; detecting a facial image from the image; determining match probability values between the detected facial image with a plurality of facial images; determining whether or not a subject matching with the detected facial image is present on the basis of the match probability values; and if not, changing the contrast parameter. Accordingly, the face recognition performance can be improved by correcting an image in contrast that provides the best face recognition capability for each image when identifying a subject of a facial image by using artificial intelligence.


