Optimization of support vector machine (SVM) for object classification

Matthew Scholten; Neil Dhingra; Thomas T. Lu; Tien-Hsin Chao

doi:10.1117/12.923483

23 April 2012 Optimization of support vector machine (SVM) for object classification

Matthew Scholten, Neil Dhingra, Thomas T. Lu, Tien-Hsin Chao

Proceedings Volume 8398, Optical Pattern Recognition XXIII; 839806 (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.923483
Event: SPIE Defense, Security, and Sensing, 2012, Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Abstract

The Support Vector Machine (SVM) is a powerful algorithm, useful in classifying data in to species. The SVMs implemented in this research were used as classifiers for the final stage in a Multistage Automatic Target Recognition (ATR) system. A single kernel SVM known as SVMlight, and a modified version known as a SVM with K-Means Clustering were used. These SVM algorithms were tested as classifiers under varying conditions. Image noise levels varied, and the orientation of the targets changed. The classifiers were then optimized to demonstrate their maximum potential as classifiers. Results demonstrate the reliability of SVM as a method for classification. From trial to trial, SVM produces consistent results.

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Matthew Scholten, Neil Dhingra, Thomas T. Lu, and Tien-Hsin Chao "Optimization of support vector machine (SVM) for object classification", Proc. SPIE 8398, Optical Pattern Recognition XXIII, 839806 (23 April 2012); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.923483

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