Patent
Cricket Delivery Detection
Abstract
The invention presents a method for segmenting cricket videos by analyzing video frames to detect and map contents, categorizing the video into segments based on content positions, and using color histograms and shape features for further classification. It autonomously identifies and sequences meaningful units, such as 'deliveries', enhancing viewer experience and aiding in efficient video analysis, free from non-game events and advertisements.
Uniqueness of the Solution
- A semi-supervised approach is adopted along with traditional video processing methods.
- Automatically detects and sequences 'deliveries' by segregating 'Field' views into 'Pitch' and 'Ground' views using color and shape features.
- Incorporates a method to capture polygon-shaped boxes with alphanumeric strings for content detection such as scoreboards.
- A semi-supervised approach is adopted along with traditional video processing methods.
- Automatically detects and sequences 'deliveries' by segregating 'Field' views into 'Pitch' and 'Ground' views using color and shape features.
- Incorporates a method to capture polygon-shaped boxes with alphanumeric strings for content detection such as scoreboards.
Current Status of Technology
- A prototype has been developed.
- Results need to be analyzed to validate the process for constantly evolving broadcast videos.
Technology readiness level
4
Societal Impact
- Promotes efficient video analysis, aiding coaches and analysts in player performance evaluation and strategy development.
- Enhances viewer experience by providing concise, advertisement-free cricket videos focused on game highlights.
- Enables storage of compressed videos for archival purposes and deep learning
Relevant Industries, Domains and Applications
Administrators: ICC, BCCI; TV channels: Star Sports, ESPN; Smartphone: Apple, Samsung, Google; Entertainment Club Owners: IPL family
Applications or Domain
- Video processing platforms can integrate this technology to automate the segmentation of cricket videos, enhancing workflow efficiency and content organization.
- Cricket teams and coaches can utilize it for detailed analysis of player performances and opponent strategies.
Application Number
319/MUM/2015
Filing Date
Grant Number
535031
Grant Date
Assignee(s)
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay