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Applications of Geometric Algebra in Robot Vision

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Computer Algebra and Geometric Algebra with Applications (IWMM 2004, GIAE 2004)

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In this tutorial paper we will report on our experience in the use of geometric algebra (GA) in robot vision. The results could be reached in a long term research programme on modelling the perception-action cycle within geometric algebra. We will pick up three important applications from image processing, pattern recognition and computer vision. By presenting the problems and their solutions from an engineering point of view, the intention is to stimulate other applications of GA.

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Sommer, G. (2005). Applications of Geometric Algebra in Robot Vision. In: Li, H., Olver, P.J., Sommer, G. (eds) Computer Algebra and Geometric Algebra with Applications. IWMM GIAE 2004 2004. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 3519. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/11499251_21

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