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Parallel implementation of control tasks for an automated stereo camera mount

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High-Performance Computing and Networking (HPCN-Europe 1994)

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Abstract

A system is described which makes use of a high performance mechanical camera mount and parallel processing elements to demonstrate that a surveillance system may be enhanced through automation. The mechanical system provides a controllable platform for a video camera system. The system processes video data to detect and track a moving target and to control the movements of the camera mount so that the target is held in view.

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  1. GEC Hirst Research Centre, Elstree Way, WD6 1RX, Borehamwood

    D. A. Castelow & N. D. Gent

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Wolfgang Gentzsch Uwe Harms

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Castelow, D.A., Gent, N.D. (1994). Parallel implementation of control tasks for an automated stereo camera mount. In: Gentzsch, W., Harms, U. (eds) High-Performance Computing and Networking. HPCN-Europe 1994. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 796. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/BFb0020407

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