Handbook of Pattern Recognition and Computer Vision

Pattern recognition and computer vision and their applications have experienced enormous progress in research and development over the last two decades. This comprehensive handbook documents both the basics and new and advanced results in the field. The chapters, written by leading experts, cover the major topic areas. Researchers, students and users of pattern recognition and computer vision should find the book a valuable reference for help in understanding the many techniques available, the systems already developed, as well as the basic principles behind many topic areas.