The book provides an introduction to basic concepts and methodologies for image processing and develops the foundation for further study in this diverse and rapidly evolving field. The topics covered range from enhancement and restoration to image encoding, segmentation, description, recognition, and interpretation.This is an introductory to intermediate level text on the science of image processing . Digital image processing is the use of computer algorithms to perform image processing on digital images. It has important application in satellite imagery, wire-photo standard conversion,...