Deep learning for precise object localization

Instance Segmentation

Instance segmentation combines the advantages of semantic segmentation and object detection. Objects are assigned to a specific class at the pixel level, even if they touch or overlap. This deep learning-based method enables the extraction of the precise boundary and shape of objects, even in complex scenarios where objects are closely packed together.

Instance segmentation is ideal for applications requiring precise detection of overlapping objects – such as in bin picking with randomly arranged objects or in the detection of naturally occurring structures.

INSTANCE SEGMENTATION

How It Works

In contrast to semantic segmentation, where each pixel is assigned a class, instance segmentation also considers the individual instance of each object. This means that even multiple instances of the same object class (e.g., multiple apples) are identified and segmented precisely and independently.

A deep learning model is trained with a sufficient amount of training data to recognize and segment these precise object boundaries. The bounding box for localization is combined with pixel-perfect segmentations to ensure a precise separation between objects.

Checking pill bags for completeness in MVTec HALCON.
Checking pill bags for completeness.
Highly accurate identification and measurement of bacteria in petri dish with MVTec software.
Highly accurate identification and measurement of bacteria in petri dish.

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Advantages

High Precision: Through pixel-perfect segmentation, even overlapping or adjacent objects are detected accurately.

Mastering Complex Scenarios: Particularly effective for object detection of multiple objects in an image that touch or overlap.

Easy Integration: Seamless integration into HALCON and MERLIC for industrial applications with minimal programming effort.

Flexibility and Adaptability: Quick adaptation to new scenarios without the need for extensive model retraining.

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Application Examples

Object Detection and Measurement

In the medical and pharmaceutical industries, instance segmentation is used for the precise measurement of bacteria in Petri dishes or particles in liquids. The technology helps determine the exact number and position of cells or structures.

Bin Picking in Logistics

In bin picking, where randomly arranged objects are grasped from boxes, instance segmentation enables precise detection of objects that overlap or are closely packed together. This technology is key to automation in logistics and manufacturing.

Availability in HALCON & MERLIC

Instance segmentation is integrated into both HALCON and MVTec MERLIC, allowing you to easily incorporate deep learning models for segmentation into your applications.

HALCON provides a comprehensive development environment, enabling you to train deep learning models and apply them to industrial tasks. 
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MERLIC offers an easy-to-use solution that allows even non-programmers to use deep learning for object detection and segmentation in their applications.
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