Non-Local Means Denoising

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The Non-Local Means (NLM) algorithm for image denoising differs fundamentally from local mean filtering approaches. Unlike traditional methods that average pixels within a local neighborhood of the target pixel, NLM calculates weighted averages across all image pixels based on similarity measures between pixel neighborhoods. This approach preserves finer image details while reducing noise, resulting in superior sharpness retention compared to local mean algorithms. Implementation typically involves patch comparison, distance metric computation, and weighting function application.

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Image denoising represents a crucial technique in image processing workflows. The Non-Local Means algorithm distinguishes itself from conventional "local mean" filters through its innovative averaging methodology. Instead of simply averaging surrounding pixels within a limited neighborhood, NLM processes the entire image by computing weighted averages of all pixels, with weights determined by the similarity between pixel patches. This comprehensive approach significantly enhances post-processing sharpness and minimizes detail loss when compared to local mean algorithms. Key implementation components include patch extraction, similarity computation using distance metrics like Euclidean distance, and exponential weighting functions applied to similar patches.

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