A group of researchers at the Seul National University, the Institute of Science and Technology of Kwwanda and the Korean Institute of Science and Technology presented a revolutionary development that can change the approach to observation systems. A new camera that simulates the structure of cat eyes is aimed at improving the possibilities of tracking and detecting objects, especially in insufficient lighting.
How does a cat's vision -based camera work?
Modern cameras on drones and works usually use round apertures that reproduce the functions of the human eye. This leads to the fact that both the foreground and the background of the image are in focus at the same time. This technology creates certain problems when tracking objects because the camera's attention is sprayed.
In contrast, animals, such as cats, have vertical pupils that create an asymmetric depth of sharpness, giving them an advantage in tracking objects in motion. The peculiarity of cat eyes allows them to better adapt vision to different conditions, including in the dark or during rapid movement.
Innovation in chambers for robots and drones
The team of Korean scientists created a device that mimics these features of cat vision. Development uses the technology of asymmetric depth of sharpness, which allows you to focus on specific objects, leaving a background out of focus. This greatly facilitates moving goals and increases the accuracy of cameras in difficult conditions.
The new device can be used in improving robotics and drones that perform complex tasks, such as detecting and tracking objects in the dark or under changing light.
The potential of new development
With this innovation, drones and work cameras can become more effective in search and rescue operations, in military and intelligence missions, as well as in conventional security systems. The use of the principles of cat vision makes it possible to create more adaptive and sensitive to the movement of the observation system that can work in conditions where traditional cameras lose their effectiveness.
