Vanishing Point-Based Road Detection Algorithm

This major assignment was assigned by Professor Huang Qingming in the Pattern Recognition seminar course. It involves a vanishing point-based road detection algorithm that offers substantial assistance for visual navigation research. In this assignment, we will thoroughly explore the concept of vanishing points and how to utilize them for road detection. The algorithm implementation typically includes using Canny edge detection to identify road boundaries, applying Hough line transform to extract linear features, and calculating the vanishing point through the intersection of extended parallel lines in the road plane. Additionally, we will investigate different visual navigation techniques and analyze their applications in road detection. Through this project, we will gain a better understanding of visual navigation principles and applications, while providing new perspectives for improving road detection algorithms. Key functions may include perspective transformation, line clustering, and voting mechanisms for optimal vanishing point selection.