A Focal Length Calibration Method for Vision Measurement Systems Based on Multi-Feature Composite Variable Weighting

Existing focal length calibration methods rely on predefined calibration fields or control point networks, which are unsuitable for real-time applications with variable zoom in industrial and agricultural environments. This paper proposes a method based on global scanning principles and geometric constraints, eliminating control points and using symmetric features. A spatial weighting strategy optimizes redundant measurements by integrating optical distortion and the spatial distribution of measured points, enhancing accuracy. Experimental results show that the method achieves micron-level calibration precision, significantly improving visual measurement system accuracy under complex zoom conditions.

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Sensors
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2025-11-11
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https://doi.org/10.3390/s25226873
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Optical measurement and interference techniques
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A Focal Length Calibration Method for Vision Measurement Systems Based on Multi-Feature Composite Variable Weighting

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Abstract

Existing focal length calibration methods rely on predefined calibration fields or control point networks, which are unsuitable for real-time applications with variable zoom in industrial and agricultural environments. This paper proposes a method based on global scanning principles and geometric constraints, eliminating control points and using symmetric features. A spatial weighting strategy optimizes redundant measurements by integrating optical distortion and the spatial distribution of measured points, enhancing accuracy. Experimental results show that the method achieves micron-level calibration precision, significantly improving visual measurement system accuracy under complex zoom conditions.

SensorsVol. 25(22)
Wuhan University of Technology (CN), Chinese Academy of Agricultural Mechanization Sciences (CN), Wuhan Branch of the National Science Library (CN), Institute of Agricultural Machinery (JP)
Openalex Percentile: Top 66%
Optical measurement and interference techniques
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