A novel sensor system for 3D face scanning based on infrared coded light

Daniel Modrow, Claudio Laloni, Guenter Doemens, Gerhard Rigoll

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Abstract

In this paper we present a novel sensor system for three-dimensional face scanning applications. Its operating principle is based on active triangulation with a color coded light approach. As it is implemented in the near infrared band, the used light is invisible for human perception. Though the proposed sensor is primarily designed for face scanning and biometric applications, its performance characteristics are beneficial for technical applications as well. The acquisition of 3d data is real-time capable, provides accurate and high resolution depthmaps and shows high robustness against ambient light. Hence most of the limiting factors of other sensors for 3d and face scanning applications are eliminated, such as blinding and annoying light patterns, motion constraints and highly restricted scenarios due to ambient light constraints.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of SPIE-IS and T Electronic Imaging - Three-Dimensional Image Capture and Applications 2008
DOIs
StatePublished - 2008
EventThree-Dimensional Image Capture and Applications 2008 - San Jose, CA, United States
Duration: 28 Jan 200829 Jan 2008

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume6805
ISSN (Print)0277-786X

Conference

ConferenceThree-Dimensional Image Capture and Applications 2008
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Jose, CA
Period28/01/0829/01/08

Keywords

  • 3d scene reconstruction
  • 3d surface model creation
  • Biometric applications
  • Structured light measurement

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