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Development and Application of Deep Learning based Object Detection

Submission Deadline: 28 February 2026 (closed) View: 1448 Submit to Special Issue

Guest Editor(s)

Prof. Chen-Chiung Hsieh

Email: cchsieh@gm.ttu.edu.tw

Affiliation: Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Tatung University, Taipei City, 104, Taiwan

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Research Interests: image processing, computer vision, deep learning

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Prof. Yi-Zeng Hsieh

Email: yzhsieh@mail.ntust.edu.tw

Affiliation: Department of Electrical Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology

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Research Interests: Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Pattern Recognition

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Prof. De-Yuan Huang

Email: dyhuang@gm.ttu.edu.tw

Affiliation: Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Tatung University

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Research Interests: Human-Computer Interaction, machine learning, AIoT

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Summary

Aims and Scope:
Object detection, a fundamental task in computer vision, has witnessed revolutionary advancements with the advent of deep learning. Deep learning models, particularly convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and transformers, have significantly pushed the boundaries of accuracy, efficiency, and robustness in detecting objects across diverse environments and applications. This special issue aims to gather cutting-edge research on the latest developments and innovative applications of deep learning-based object detection. We invite submissions that address theoretical foundations, novel architectures, algorithmic improvements, and real-world implementations, fostering a comprehensive overview of the current state and future directions of this rapidly evolving field.


Topics of Interest:
We solicit original research articles and comprehensive review papers covering (but not limited to) the following topics:
Novel Deep Learning Architectures for Object Detection:
· One-stage and two-stage detectors (e.g., YOLO variants, RetinaNet, Faster R-CNN)
· Transformer-based object detectors (e.g., DETR, Deformable DETR, Swin Transformer-based detectors)
· Anchor-free object detection methods
· Lightweight and efficient deep learning models for real-time object detection
· Explainable AI (XAI) in deep object detection


Advanced Techniques and Methodologies:
· Few-shot, zero-shot, and open-set object detection
· Weakly supervised and semi-supervised object detection
· Multi-modal object detection (e.g., fusion of RGB, depth, thermal, LiDAR data)
· Object detection in challenging environments (e.g., adverse weather, low light, occlusions, cluttered scenes)
· Temporal object detection and video object detection
· Generative models for data augmentation in object detection


Applications of Deep Learning-Based Object Detection:
· Autonomous driving and intelligent transportation systems
· Medical image analysis and diagnostics
· Industrial inspection and quality control
· Security and surveillance systems
· Agricultural automation and smart farming
· Retail analytics and smart cities
· Environmental monitoring and wildlife detection


Conclusion:
This special issue will serve as a timely and valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and students interested in the cutting-edge developments and diverse applications of deep learning for object detection. We are confident that this collection of high-quality research will significantly contribute to the existing literature and foster further innovation in this critical field.


Keywords

deep learning, object detection, computer vision, neural networks, autonomous systems,machine learning, target recognition

Published Papers


  • Open Access

    REVIEW

    Applying Deep Learning to Defect Detection in Steel Manufacturing

    Duane G. Noé, Ku-Chin Lin, Chang-Lin Chuang, Yung-Tsung Cheng
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2026.077838
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Development and Application of Deep Learning based Object Detection)
    Abstract Steel manufacturing requires high-throughput and high-reliability surface inspection to minimize safety risks, scrap rates, and downstream quality reductions. Conventional rule-based vision and manual inspection are often impeded in real production environments by variable illumination, complex textures, subtle defect morphology, and stringent latency constraints imposed by production-line operation. Deep learning (DL) has become a dominant paradigm for the detection and classification of defects when inspecting steel, but many previous studies have performed broad architectural overviews without explicitly connecting model and pipeline choices to deployment-critical factors such as processing speed, hardware availability, annotation cost, and robustness during… More >

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    FSS: Focusing on Suboptimal Samples for Detector-Agnostic Label Assignment in Object Detection

    Lijuan Huang, Zhixian Liu, Xinyu Zhou, Jinping Liu, Kunyi Zheng, Yimei Yang
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2026.077655
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Development and Application of Deep Learning based Object Detection)
    Abstract Many occluded and ambiguous ground truths exist in object detection, making detectors unable to obtain optimal training samples. In this article, we revisit the suboptimal sample issue in label assignment for object detection and propose a novel detector-agnostic strategy, termed FSS, to address it. FSS reformulates label assignment as the process of selecting high-quality sub-optimal samples and progressively transforming them into optimal ones. Specifically, for each candidate, we estimate the probability of being an optimal sample by jointly considering localization quality and classification confidence, thereby constructing an instance-wise probability matrix. Based on the spatial distribution More >

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    Robust Multi-Object Fish Tracking in Dynamic Aquatic Environments via Attention-Enhanced YOLOv8 and LSTM-Based Trajectory Prediction

    Feng-Cheng Lin, Bo-Chiao Jan, Hui-An Wu
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2026.079393
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Development and Application of Deep Learning based Object Detection)
    Abstract With the increasing refinement of ornamental fish culture, understanding fish behavioral patterns has become critical. Fish movements not only reflect daily activity ranges but also reveal responses to environmental changes such as water currents and obstacles. However, traditional manual observation is limited by manpower and time, making it difficult to record fish behaviors over long periods stably. Existing automated tracking techniques often suffer from ID switches and track interruptions caused by rapid fish movement, occlusions, or intermingling, which in turn degrade the reliability of subsequent analyses. This paper proposes a deep learning-based multi-object fish tracking… More >

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    An Intelligent Orchard Anti-Damage System Combining Real-Time AI Image Recognition and Laser-Based Deterrence for Multi-Target Monkeys

    Shih-Ming Cho, Sung-Wen Wang, Min-Chie Chiu, Shao-Chun Chen
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.87, No.2, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.074911
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Development and Application of Deep Learning based Object Detection)
    Abstract To address crop depredation by intelligent species (e.t, macaques) and the habituation from traditional methods, this study proposes an intelligent, closed-loop, adaptive laser deterrence system. A core contribution is an efficient multi-stage Semi-Supervised Learning (SSL) and incremental fine-tuning (IFT) framework, which reduced manual annotation by ~60% and training time by ~68%. This framework was benchmarked against YOLOv8n, v10n, and v11n. Our analysis revealed that YOLOv12n’s high Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) (47.1% retention) pseudo-labels made it the only model to gain performance (+0.010 mAP) from SSL, allowing it to overtake competitors. Subsequently, in the IFT stress test,… More >

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    A Real Time YOLO Based Container Grapple Slot Detection and Classification System

    Chen-Chiung Hsieh, Chun-An Chen, Wei-Hsin Huang
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.86, No.3, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.072514
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Development and Application of Deep Learning based Object Detection)
    Abstract Container transportation is pivotal in global trade due to its efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness. However, structural defects—particularly in grapple slots—can result in cargo damage, financial loss, and elevated safety risks, including container drops during lifting operations. Timely and accurate inspection before and after transit is therefore essential. Traditional inspection methods rely heavily on manual observation of internal and external surfaces, which are time-consuming, resource-intensive, and prone to subjective errors. Container roofs pose additional challenges due to limited visibility, while grapple slots are especially vulnerable to wear from frequent use. This study proposes a two-stage automated… More >

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    A Hybrid Model of Transfer Learning and Convolutional Neural Networks for Accurate Coffee Leaf Miner (CLM) Classification

    Nameer Baht, Enrique Domínguez
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.3, pp. 4441-4455, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.069528
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Development and Application of Deep Learning based Object Detection)
    Abstract Coffee is an important agricultural commodity, and its production is threatened by various diseases. It is also a source of concern for coffee-exporting countries, which is causing them to rethink their strategies for the future. Maintaining crop production requires early diagnosis. Notably, Coffee Leaf Miner (CLM) Machine learning (ML) offers promising tools for automated disease detection. Early detection of CLM is crucial for minimising yield losses. However, this study explores the effectiveness of using Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) with transfer learning algorithms ResNet50, DenseNet121, MobileNet, Inception, and hybrid VGG19 for classifying coffee leaf images as… More >

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    A Lightweight Multimodal Deep Fusion Network for Face Antis Poofing with Cross-Axial Attention and Deep Reinforcement Learning Technique

    Diyar Wirya Omar Ameenulhakeem, Osman Nuri Uçan
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.3, pp. 5671-5702, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.070422
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Development and Application of Deep Learning based Object Detection)
    Abstract Face antispoofing has received a lot of attention because it plays a role in strengthening the security of face recognition systems. Face recognition is commonly used for authentication in surveillance applications. However, attackers try to compromise these systems by using spoofing techniques such as using photos or videos of users to gain access to services or information. Many existing methods for face spoofing face difficulties when dealing with new scenarios, especially when there are variations in background, lighting, and other environmental factors. Recent advancements in deep learning with multi-modality methods have shown their effectiveness in… More >

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