Object Tracking Simulation Application

Resource Overview

A MATLAB-based object tracking simulation tool that processes AVI videos with specific format requirements, extracting human silhouettes against black backgrounds and detecting movement direction using computer vision algorithms.

Detailed Documentation

This project involves a MATLAB-developed object tracking simulation application capable of processing AVI videos meeting specific format criteria. The program employs image processing and computer vision techniques to extract human silhouettes against black backgrounds while simultaneously determining movement direction. The core implementation utilizes background subtraction algorithms for silhouette extraction and optical flow methods for motion direction analysis. Key MATLAB functions employed include VideoReader for video processing, morphological operations for contour refinement, and velocity vectors for trajectory calculation. Future development plans include algorithm optimization for broader application scenarios such as human behavior analysis and intelligent surveillance systems, with potential enhancements incorporating machine learning-based tracking improvements and multi-object detection capabilities.