Seeing Depth with a Single Lens
Seeing the World in 3D: Demystifying Monocular Depth Estimation with Technology Our eyes effortlessly perceive depth and distance, giving us a rich understanding of the world around us. This ability to judge spatial relationships is crucial for navigation, object interaction, and even comprehending scenes. But replicating this "depth sense" in machines has long been a challenge. Enter monocular depth estimation, a fascinating field in computer vision that aims to teach computers how to perceive depth using just a single image – like our own eyes! A Single Image, Endless Possibilities Imagine a camera capturing a breathtaking landscape. With traditional image processing, we only see the colors and textures within the frame. Monocular depth estimation takes this a step further, extracting...