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This paper develops a theory for the decentralised estimation of angular profiles for point characterisation. Angular profiles are an example of spatially distributed characterisation which may be further processed for classification and identification. This paper also describes the development of a vision system for integration into a decentralised data fusion system for tracking and characterisation. Visual results are presented showing the field setup and sensor observations.
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Thompson, P., Sukkarieh, S. (2006). Development of an Angular Characterisation System for Cooperative UAV / UGV Applications. In: Corke, P., Sukkariah, S. (eds) Field and Service Robotics. Springer Tracts in Advanced Robotics, vol 25. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg . https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-33453-8_10
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