Destriping model for adaptive removal of arbitrary oriented stripes in remote sensing images

Abstract Destriping in remote sensing image processing remains a challenging problem, particularly when dealing with stripe noise of arbitrary orientations. Conventional methods struggle to eliminate oblique stripes, leaving a crucial gap in the production of higher-level remote sensing products. In response, we propose a novel destriping model, the Adaptive Stripe Noise Removal (ASNR) Method, designed to adapt to different orientations of stripe noise, aiming for accuracy, robustness, speed, and simplicity. The paper first addresses the conventional challenges in stripe removal, emphasizing the unintended loss of information during the process. To overcome this, we conduct a detailed study of stripe noise characteristics, employing traditional Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) for stripe orientation approximation. However, conventional techniques using spatial representations risk damaging detailed structures. To go beyond these limitations, the proposed method combines spectral processing technology with an image guidance mechanism. This approach aims to generate a guided image that retains both denoised features and important details. In the frequency domain, the method corrects the stripe image by estimating a guidance image. Experimental results, both qualitative and quantitative, demonstrate the superiority and stability of the proposed method in removing stripe noise and preserving image details without introducing artifacts. The novel approach fills a critical gap in destriping methods, offering a fast, accurate, and adaptable solution for arbitrary orientations of stripe noise in remote sensing images.