Optimal Seam Texture Synthesis Algorithm Implementation

This document provides detailed documentation for the MATLAB implementation of the Optimal Seam Texture Synthesis algorithm. The code package includes sample images and comprehensive web-based documentation. The implementation is based on the groundbreaking research presented in the paper "Image Quilting for Texture Synthesis and Transfer," which introduced a novel approach for texture synthesis and transfer applications. The algorithm implementation follows a systematic workflow: First, an input image is selected and processed to extract multiple texture patches. These patches can be of arbitrary sizes but must contain overlapping regions to facilitate seamless blending. The MATLAB code implements patch extraction using sliding window techniques with configurable overlap percentages. Subsequently, these texture patches are intelligently quilted together to form a new synthetic texture image. The core algorithm ensures seamless transitions at patch boundaries by calculating optimal seams through dynamic programming approaches, minimizing visible artifacts in the final output. The implementation utilizes mathematical models and algorithmic techniques detailed in the original research paper. Our MATLAB code provides a complete functional implementation with modular functions for patch sampling, seam calculation, and texture blending operations. The codebase is structured for easy experimentation and parameter tuning, allowing users to adjust patch sizes, overlap ratios, and synthesis parameters. Key functions include texture patch sampling with random or structured selection methods, dynamic programming for optimal path finding at overlap regions, and gradient-domain blending techniques for smooth transitions. For additional technical details or implementation questions, please refer to the included documentation or contact our support team. The code is optimized for performance with vectorized operations and includes visualization tools for monitoring the synthesis process.