Title :
Ballistics imaging-latest developments
Author :
Robinson, M. ; Petty, R. ; Evans, J.P.O.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr. & Electron. Eng., Nottingham Trent Univ., UK
Abstract :
This paper outlines the latest developments concerning a forensic imaging system that uses a CCTV camera in a line-scan mode for the inspection of bullet specimens placed on a rotating platform. Specifically, line-scan images obtained from the cylindrical sides of fired rounds including both projectiles and cartridge cases plus firing pin marks are discussed. Ultimately, it is anticipated that this research will lead to the development of a forensic imaging application from which a data base can be built to automatically match different bullet specimens in much the same way as a fingerprint data base is operated
Keywords :
image classification; image recognition; police data processing; CCTV camera; ballistics imaging; bullet specimens; cartridge cases; firing pin marks; forensic imaging system; inspection; line-scan mode; projectiles; rotating platform; Cameras; Fingerprint recognition; Forensics; Image sensors; Inspection; Lenses; Microscopy; Optical imaging; Projectiles; Sensor arrays;
Conference_Titel :
Security Technology, 1998. Proceedings., 32nd Annual 1998 International Carnahan Conference on
Conference_Location :
Alexandria, VA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-4535-5
DOI :
10.1109/CCST.1998.723786
