Computational model for neural representation of multiple disparities

Neural Netw. 2003 Jan;16(1):25-37. doi: 10.1016/s0893-6080(02)00186-7.

Abstract

It has been known that the visual system can detect more than one disparity and/or motion direction at the same region in the image. These multiple (or transparent) surfaces can be perceived when, for example, we are looking scenes through a glass. However, many conventional models cannot deal with these multiple surfaces. The present paper investigates the neural encoding and decoding of multiple disparities with the binocular energy model, which is known as a biologically plausible model. Based on the analysis of the response of the energy model to multiple disparities, the present paper proposes a stereo model that can detect disparities of two overlapping surfaces.

MeSH terms

  • Algorithms
  • Computer Simulation
  • Models, Neurological*
  • Population
  • Vision, Binocular / physiology
  • Visual Perception / physiology*