Geospatial Information Technology and Robotic Vision

Speaker: Dr. Bingcai Zhang, BAE Systems, Engineering Fellow
Host: Prof. Cyrus ShahabiAbstract:
Geospatial information technology or 3D mapping is the technology that extracts most 3D geospatial data such as elevations and vector maps from digital images. In the last two decades, BAE Systems has developed advanced computer algorithms to automate 3D geospatial data extraction from digital images. These algorithms may be applicable to navigate a robot in urban environment and complex terrain. There are significant similarities between robot vision and 3D mapping, between human vision process and 3D image matching process. In this talk, I will discuss the challenges of this technology for both 3D mapping and robot navigation.I will show some practical examples in 3D images. I will also talk about opportunities of this technology in a world of global recession and aging population. I will bring in 3D glasses such that everyone has a chance to experience 3D imaging.Biography:
Dr. Zhang is an engineering fellow at BAE Systems, the premier global defense and aerospace company. He joined BAE Systems in September 1995 right out of University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he earned his Ph.D. in engineering college and MS in computer science. His research interests are: (1)geospatial information technology and 3D mapping; (2)robot vision and unmanned systems; and (3)3D geoweb search. He has held positions as chief architect, chief photogrammetrist, R&D manager, and engineering fellow with BAE Systems.

Location: Seaver Science Library (SSL) - 150

Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

Contact: CS Colloquia