An Embedded Digital Image Processing System using Blackfin 548 DSP

Abstract

The Digital Image Processing technology has got great attention and considerable development in recent years. However the present image processing systems are not satisfactory with respect to real time applications and constraints. The traditional image processing techniques rely on large quantities of electronic computing devices, which results in enormous maintenance, transportation and other expenditures. These systems are based on PC and are therefore too bulky to have portability; the desk-top operating system does not have real-time character. Embedded platform is excellent due to its features of smaller size, low-cost, low power consumption and low maintenance. Therefore, developing an image processing system on the embedded platform can reduce the production maintenance costs, improve the reliability and controllability. In this regard, this project proposes an Image Processing System based on embedded platform using BLACKFIN 548 DSP processor. This system is applied to the automation of crayon pencil manufacturing and testing process.