Edge detection is a technique used in image processing and computer vision that identifies and locates sharp discontinuities in intensity in an image. These discontinuities typically correspond to significant changes in texture or color, outlining the boundaries of objects within the image. Various algorithms and methods, such as the Sobel, Canny, and Prewitt operators, are employed to perform edge detection by analyzing pixel intensity gradients. The primary goal is to simplify the image data by reducing the amount of information while preserving the important structural features, allowing for easier analysis and interpretation of the visual content. Edge detection is a fundamental step in various applications, including object recognition, image segmentation, and computer vision tasks.
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