Journal of Computer Science & Systems Biology

Efficient Image Resolution Enhancement Using Edge-Directed Unsharp Masking Sharpening for Real-Time ASIC Applications

Abstract

Kuo-Shiuan Peng, Fang-Cheng Lin and Kai-Tung Teng

This paper proposes the edge-directed unsharp masking sharpening (EDUMS) method and demonstrates the method’s ability to provide single-image resolution enhancement. The EDUMS method implements an efficient single-image, super-resolution process by synergizing edge-directed information and unsharp masking sharpening. This study designs a simple and robust edge information detection process for unsharp masking sharpening that is used to produce a clear edge structure and vivid details of high-resolution images with minimal ringing and jaggy artifacts. This method is a non-iterative process that is computationally efficient for use in a real-time integrated circuit design implementation.