Extending the Depth of Field in a Compound-Eye Imaging System with Super-Resolution Reconstruction

Optical device miniaturization is highly desirable in many applications. Direct down-scaling of traditional imaging system is one approach, but the extent to which it can be minimized is limited by the effect of diffraction. Compound-eye imaging system, which utilizes multiple microlenses in image capture is a promising alternative. In this paper, we explore the possibility of an incorporation of phase masks in such a system to extend the depth of field. Simulation experiments are conducted to verify the feasibility of the system.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2006
• Where: ICPR
• Authors: Wai-San Chan, Edmund Y. Lam, Michael K. Ng
• Keywords: Compound-eye Imaging System, Computer Vision, ICPR 2006, Optical Device Miniaturization, Traditional Imaging