Dr. Lifford L. L. McLauchlan Profile

Dr. Lifford L. L. McLauchlan

Associate Professor at Texas A&M Univ-Kingsville

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Publications (30)

Proceedings Article | 7 June 2024 Presentation + Paper

Age-based clustering of seagrass blades using AI models

Omer Sevinc, Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Kirk Cammarata, Chi Huang, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 13034, 130340F (2024) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3014915

KEYWORDS: Machine learning, Artificial intelligence, Deep learning, Feature extraction, Image classification, Evolutionary algorithms, Ecosystems, Biological samples, Environmental monitoring

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SPIE Journal Paper | 4 January 2024

Plume motion characterization in unmanned aerial vehicle aerial video and imagery

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Kirk Cammarata, Hua Zhang, Lifford McLauchlan

JARS, Vol. 18, Issue 01, 016501, (January 2024) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.JRS.18.016501

KEYWORDS: Video, Unmanned aerial vehicles, Image segmentation, Image processing, Video processing, Turbidity, Fourier transforms, Calibration, Video coding, RGB color model

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Proceedings Article | 13 June 2023 Presentation + Paper

Real-time image analysis in IoT-based home security system

A. Villarreal, M. Mehrubeoglu, L. Davila, L. McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 12528, 1252807 (2023) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2665104

KEYWORDS: Internet of things, Cameras, Video, Microcontrollers, Home security systems, Unmanned aerial vehicles, Sensors, Image processing, Object detection, Information security

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Proceedings Article | 13 June 2023 Presentation + Paper

Plume motion characterization in UAV aerial video and imagery

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Kirk Cammarata, Hua Zhang, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 12528, 1252808 (2023) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2665106

KEYWORDS: Video, Unmanned aerial vehicles, Image segmentation, Image processing, Video processing, Turbidity, Calibration, RGB color model

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Proceedings Article | 8 June 2022 Presentation + Paper

Application of IoT-based sensing and signal processing for rehabilitation

A. Moore, M. Mehrubeoglu, Aaron Mooney, L. McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 12122, 1212210 (2022) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2622335

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Data modeling, Data fusion, Signal processing, Sensor fusion, Motion models, Temperature sensors, Microcontrollers

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Proceedings Article | 11 October 2020 Presentation + Paper

Borrowing least squares analysis from spectral unmixing to classify plastics in SWIR hyperspectral images

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Austin Van Sickle, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 11576, 115760B (2020) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2584007

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Proceedings Article | 16 November 2015 Paper

A comparative study of three vision systems for metal surface defect detection

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Petru-Aurelian Simionescu, Shawn Robinson, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 9611, 96110L (2015) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2190216

KEYWORDS: Thermography, Hyperspectral imaging, Metals, Aluminum, Imaging systems, Digital photography, Defect detection, Photography, Visualization, Optical inspection

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Proceedings Article | 23 September 2013 Paper

Investigating coral hyperspectral properties across coral species and coral state using hyperspectral imaging

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Dustin Smith, Shane Smith, Kevin Strychar, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 8870, 88700M (2013) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2027337

KEYWORDS: Image segmentation, Hyperspectral imaging, Reflectivity, Water, Light emitting diodes, Digital photography, Imaging systems, Quality measurement, Photography, Image analysis

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Proceedings Article | 4 May 2012 Paper

Capturing reading patterns through a real-time smart camera iris tracking system

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Evan Ortlieb, Lifford McLauchlan, Linh Pham

Proceedings Volume 8437, 843705 (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.922875

KEYWORDS: Iris recognition, Eye, Cameras, Detection and tracking algorithms, Imaging systems, LabVIEW, Calibration, Evolutionary algorithms, Motion analysis, Image processing

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Proceedings Article | 10 September 2011 Paper

Multidimensional feature extraction from 3D hyperspectral images

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 8136, 81360D (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.899891

KEYWORDS: Hyperspectral imaging, Feature extraction, Metals, Imaging systems, Surface finishing, Iron, Reflectivity, Statistical analysis, Biological research, 3D image processing

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Proceedings Article | 9 September 2011 Paper

Fractal-based watermarking of color images

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrube Mehrübeoglu

Proceedings Volume 8136, 813605 (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.899134

KEYWORDS: Digital watermarking, Fractal analysis, RGB color model, Image processing, Gaussian filters, Optical filtering, Image compression, Discrete wavelet transforms, Image filtering, Linear filtering

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Proceedings Article | 4 February 2011 Paper

Real-time iris tracking with a smart camera

Mehrube Mehrübeoglu, Ha Thi Bui, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 7871, 787104 (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.872668

KEYWORDS: Iris recognition, Cameras, Eye, Facial recognition systems, Detection and tracking algorithms, LabVIEW, Image processing, Motion estimation, Hough transforms, Eye models

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Proceedings Article | 8 September 2010 Paper

Error analysis of filtering operations in pixel-duplicated images of diabetic retinopathy

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 7799, 77990I (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.861133

KEYWORDS: Image filtering, Image enhancement, Image processing, Gaussian filters, Error analysis, Image segmentation, Image analysis, Retina, Blood vessels, Spatial filters

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Proceedings Article | 8 September 2010 Paper

DWT and DCT embedded watermarking using chaos theory

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrübe Mehrübeoglu

Proceedings Volume 7799, 77990L (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.863338

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Proceedings Article | 5 May 2010 Paper

Object tracking using multiple camera video streams

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Diego Rojas, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 7724, 77240L (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.854091

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Image fusion, Video, Imaging systems, Data fusion, Detection and tracking algorithms, Video surveillance, Image processing, Image filtering, Surveillance

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Proceedings Article | 3 September 2009 Paper

Evidence of tampering in watermark identification

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrübe Mehrübeoglu

Proceedings Volume 7444, 74440D (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.826819

KEYWORDS: Digital watermarking, Discrete wavelet transforms, Principal component analysis, Image processing, Signal processing, Statistical analysis, Digital forensics, Feature extraction, Neural networks, Analytical research

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Proceedings Article | 3 September 2009 Paper

Analysis of filtering techniques and image quality in pixel duplicated images

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 7444, 744405 (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.828387

KEYWORDS: Image filtering, Image segmentation, Image quality, Image processing, Electronic filtering, Image analysis, Image enhancement, Spatial filters, Linear filtering, Retina

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Proceedings Article | 28 April 2009 Paper

Multi-objective evolutionary algorithm based filters for image enhancement

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrübe Mehrübeoğlu

Proceedings Volume 7341, 73410C (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.821896

KEYWORDS: Image filtering, Image quality, Image enhancement, Evolutionary algorithms, Digital filtering, Quality measurement, Image processing, Genetic algorithms, Digital imaging, Gaussian filters

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Proceedings Article | 5 February 2009 Paper

Determination of vehicle speed in traffic video

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 7244, 72440O (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.805932

KEYWORDS: Video, Optical flow, Cameras, Calibration, Detection and tracking algorithms, Fourier transforms, Head, Video surveillance, Safety, Optical tracking

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Proceedings Article | 15 September 2008 Paper

Adaptive fingerprint enhancement and identification using linear parametric models

Mehrübe Mehrübeoğlu, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 7073, 70731L (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.795799

KEYWORDS: Discrete wavelet transforms, Fingerprint recognition, Image filtering, Gaussian filters, Image processing, Principal component analysis, Linear filtering, Biometrics, Error analysis, Feature extraction

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Proceedings Article | 3 September 2008 Paper

GLCM and neural network-based watermark identification

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrübe Mehrübeoğlu

Proceedings Volume 7075, 70750A (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.795787

KEYWORDS: Digital watermarking, Discrete wavelet transforms, Neural networks, Image processing, Signal to noise ratio, Image filtering, Neurons, Image compression, Sensors, Linear filtering

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Proceedings Article | 3 September 2008 Paper

Neural network-based watermark embedding and identification

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrübe Mehrübeoğlu

Proceedings Volume 7075, 70750B (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.795794

KEYWORDS: Digital watermarking, Discrete wavelet transforms, Principal component analysis, Neural networks, Image enhancement, Image processing, Image filtering, Neurons, Independent component analysis, Sensors

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Proceedings Article | 15 April 2008 Paper

Neural network internal model process control

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrübe Mehrübeoğlu

Proceedings Volume 6961, 69610M (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.784091

KEYWORDS: Neural networks, Process modeling, Process control, Control systems, Neurons, Nonlinear dynamics, System identification, Systems modeling, Fuzzy logic, Computing systems

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Proceedings Article | 24 September 2007 Paper

Identification of degraded fingerprints using PCA- and ICA-based features

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 6696, 66961D (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.735393

KEYWORDS: Principal component analysis, Independent component analysis, Fingerprint recognition, Databases, Neural networks, Image filtering, Feature extraction, Neurons, Algorithm development, Biometrics

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Proceedings Article | 17 September 2007 Paper

Adaptive model and neural network based watermark identification

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrübe Mehrübeoğlu

Proceedings Volume 6700, 670009 (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.735351

KEYWORDS: Digital watermarking, Discrete wavelet transforms, Neural networks, Image processing, Neurons, Signal to noise ratio, Sensors, Image filtering, Linear filtering, Wavelets

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Proceedings Article | 26 February 2007 Paper

Determination of vehicle density from traffic images at day and nighttime

Mehrübe Mehrübeoğlu, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 6496, 649603 (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.700982

KEYWORDS: Algorithm development, Detection and tracking algorithms, Cameras, Roads, Headlamps, Binary data, RGB color model, Internet, Pattern recognition, Image acquisition

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Proceedings Article | 25 August 2006 Paper

Use of adaptive models in watermark identification

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrübe Mehrübeoğlu

Proceedings Volume 6315, 631508 (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.681491

KEYWORDS: Digital watermarking, Image enhancement, Sensors, Image processing, Detection and tracking algorithms, Linear filtering, Signal detection, Data modeling, Environmental sensing, Image sensors

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Proceedings Article | 9 May 2006 Paper

Coordinated intelligent adaptive control of legged robots

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrübe Mehrübeoğlu

Proceedings Volume 6230, 62302C (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.666489

KEYWORDS: Robots, Detection and tracking algorithms, Neural networks, Algorithm development, Adaptive control, Computer simulations, Sensors, Evolutionary algorithms, MATLAB, Mobile robots

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Proceedings Article | 15 February 2006 Paper

Determination of traffic intensity from camera images using image processing and pattern recognition techniques

Mehrübe Mehrübeoğlu, Lifford McLauchlan

Proceedings Volume 6063, 60630Q (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.650939

KEYWORDS: Cameras, Algorithm development, Roads, Detection and tracking algorithms, Image processing, Pattern recognition, Feature extraction, Edge detection, Video, Filtering (signal processing)

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Proceedings Article | 17 September 2005 Paper

An adaptive watermarking scheme in the DCT domain

Lifford McLauchlan, Mehrube Mehrubeoglu

Proceedings Volume 5915, 591505 (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.618077

KEYWORDS: Digital watermarking, Image processing, Sensors, Signal to noise ratio, Image compression, Linear filtering, Interference (communication), Image sensors, Polonium, Image quality

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Conference Committee Involvement (5)

Mathematics of Data/Image Pattern Coding, Compression, and Encryption with Applications XIV

21 August 2011 | San Diego, California, United States

Mathematics of Data/Image Pattern Recognition, Compression, and Encryption, with Applications XIII

3 August 2010 | San Diego, California, United States

Mathematics of Data/Image Coding, Compression, and Encryption with Applications XII

3 August 2009 | San Diego, California, United States

Mathematics of Data/Image Pattern Recognition, Compression, and Encryption with Applications XI

12 August 2008 | San Diego, California, United States

Mathematics of Data/Image Pattern Recognition, Compression, Coding, and Encryption X, with Applications

26 August 2007 | San Diego, California, United States

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