Multimedia Information Retrieval : Theory and Techniques

ISBN-13: 9781843347224 / Angielski / Miękka / 2013 / 376 str.

Roberto Raieli

Opis

Novel processing and searching tools for the management of new multimedia documents have developed. Multimedia Information Retrieval (MIR) is an organic system made up of Text Retrieval (TR); Visual Retrieval (VR); Video Retrieval (VDR); and Audio Retrieval (AR) systems. So that each type of digital document may be analysed and searched by the elements of language appropriate to its nature, search criteria must be extended. Such an approach is known as the Content Based Information Retrieval (CBIR), and is the core of MIR. This novel content-based concept of information handling needs to be integrated with more traditional semantics. Multimedia Information Retrieval focuses on the tools of processing and searching applicable to the content-based management of new multimedia documents. Translated from Italian by Giles Smith, the book is divided into two parts. Part one discusses MIR and related theories, and puts forward new methodologies; part two reviews various experimental and operating MIR systems, and presents technical and practical conclusions.

• Gives a complete, organic picture of MIR and CBIR
• Proposes a novel conceptualisation around the ideas of Information Retrieval (IR) and digital document management in the context of Library and Information Science (LIS)
• Relevant for both library and information science and information technology specialists

Spis treści

List of figures and tables

Acknowledgments

Main list of abbreviations

Preface to the English edition

Preface

About the author

Introduction

Part 1: Theoretical and methodological innovations

Chapter 1: A cultural and theoretical context for MIR theory

Abstract:

The information and knowledge society

Chapter 2: Scientific principles of MIR

Abstract:

Principles of Library Science and Documentation

MIR theory within LIS

Chapter 3: Processing and indexing of digital multimedia documents

Abstract:

The current policy of semantic indexing

Two systems at the limits of term-based methods

Principles of MIR and content-based indexes

Chapter 4: MIR's methodology in the context of LIS

Abstract:

The contribution of MIR in searching for information and knowledge

Multimedia systems user needs

Purposes, objectives and effectiveness of the content-based system

Integration of semantic and content-related methods and principles

Chapter 5: Definition of MIR methodology

Abstract:

Summary of the fundamental principles and design of MIR theory

Distinction of the specific principles of TR, VR, VDR and AR

Part 2: Management developments and applications

Chapter 6: The current status of MIR systems

Abstract:

Systems of management for multimedia documentation

Overview of MIR systems and their applications

Chapter 7: Examples of the functions of the MIR system

Abstract:

Tracking shots on MIR systems

The advantages of using MIR in various fields

Chapter 8: MIR techniques and technologies

Abstract:

Document analysis and the creation of database indexes

Phases of documentation search and modes of retrieval

Examples of operating MIR systems

VDR operations

Modalities of AR

Chapter 9: The integration of MIR modalities

Abstract:

Problematic aspects and operational ineffectiveness

The solution of integrating MIR procedures

The relationship of MIR with other document management systems

Bibliography

Index