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Face detection in digital images

  • US 7,218,759 B1
  • Filed: 12/08/1999
  • Issued: 05/15/2007
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/10/1998
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method of detecting a face in a color digital image formed of a plurality of pixels, said method comprising the steps of:

  • selecting a color distribution model from a plurality of color distribution models, the selection being dependent on at least one image capture condition provided with the color digital image;

    testing the color of the plurality of pixels to determine those pixels having predominantly skin color, the testing utilizing the selected color distribution model; and

    executing a facial feature analysis based on the pixels determined as having predominantly skin color in the testing step.

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