The use of linear arrays for image processing

The problem of deciding upon an architecture that is suitable for a broad spectrum of image-processing applications is presently unsolved, at least partly because of the intrinsic difficulty of the processing tasks involved. The author considers the claims of one candidate, the linear array, by examining its generic characteristics and surveying a number of current systems. The author also considers a number of the technical factors involved in the design of such systems and proposes a novel implementation that appears to offer several advantages