Face Verification Mode Switching for Occlusion and Low-Light Accuracy

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing face verification technologies face challenges in accurately verifying faces under varying conditions, particularly with occlusions and in low light, and do not effectively balance usability and security in different verification scenarios.

Innovation Solution

A method and apparatus that utilize multiple neural network models trained on different data sets to extract feature information, with selective verification processes based on current modes, including normalization and occlusion handling, to enhance accuracy and adapt verification intensity for usability or security needs.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If multiple neural network models are used to extract feature information, then face verification accuracy is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveface verification accuracyVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system divides the face verification task into multiple specialized neural network models, each trained on different data sets and optimized for specific conditions (e.g., occlusion handling, low light). This segmentation allows each model to excel at particular aspects of face verification while collectively providing comprehensive accuracy across diverse scenarios.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system implements a universal verification framework that can dynamically select and combine multiple neural network models based on current verification modes and conditions. This multi-functional approach enables the system to adapt to various verification scenarios (usability-focused or security-focused modes) while maintaining a unified architecture that manages the complexity of multiple models.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If verification intensity is increased for security, then reliability is improved, but usability deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovesecurityVSAvoidusability
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system dynamically adjusts verification intensity and model selection based on the current verification mode. In security-focused mode, the system employs stricter verification criteria and may require multiple models to confirm identity, enhancing reliability. In usability-focused mode, the system uses more lenient criteria and fewer models, improving ease of operation. This dynamic adaptation allows the system to optimize the trade-off between security and usability based on contextual needs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Measurement precision

If normalization and occlusion handling are performed, then measurement precision is improved, but loss of time increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefeature extraction accuracyVSAvoidprocessing time
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs normalization and occlusion handling as preliminary processing steps before feature extraction. By pre-processing the face image to correct for occlusions and standardize the input format, the system improves the accuracy of subsequent feature extraction while managing processing time through efficient preprocessing algorithms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The system applies occlusion handling selectively to specific regions of the face image where occlusions are detected, rather than processing the entire image uniformly. This localized approach improves feature extraction accuracy in affected regions while minimizing the additional processing time required, as only problematic areas receive enhanced treatment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Data Source

PatentUS12525054B2Face verification method and apparatus
Publication Date: 2026.01.13 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

A face verification method and apparatus is disclosed. The face verification method includes selecting a current verification mode, from among plural verification modes, to be implemented for the verifying of the face, determining one or more recognizers, from among plural recognizers, based on the selected current verification mode, extracting feature information from information of the face using at least one of the determined one or more recognizers, and indicating whether a verification is successful based on the extracted feature information.