Elevating aircraft identification: leveraging ViT for rapid and accurate classification

Benjamin M. Hand; Colleen P. Bailey

doi:10.1117/12.3013986

7 June 2024 Elevating aircraft identification: leveraging ViT for rapid and accurate classification

Benjamin M. Hand, Colleen P. Bailey

Proceedings Volume 13033, Multimodal Image Exploitation and Learning 2024; 1303309 (2024) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3013986
Event: SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing, 2024, National Harbor, Maryland, United States

Abstract

Breakneck advancements in aircraft technology, particularly hypersonic speeds and stealth capabilities, are challenging conventional methods of identification. These rapidly evolving capabilities make it increasingly difficult to detect and classify aircraft using traditional systems. Autonomous systems, electronic warfare capabilities, and the proliferation of unmanned aerial vehicles further develop the identification challenge. In this landscape, information becomes a vital asset, crucial for strategic decision-making, air traffic management, and safety. Accurate aircraft classification is indispensable in both military and civilian contexts. As the skies become more crowded and complex, adaptive technologies and integrating AI into identification systems become imperative to keep pace with these developments and ensure the safety and efficiency of aviation operations. In response to these challenges, we propose a novel vision transformer (ViT) designed to address the evolving landscape of aircraft identification. This ViT offers a more efficient solution through the implementation of a sparser overall structure, finely tuned for the specific application. Leveraging this model promises not only improved accuracy but also shorter training and inference times, enabling quicker and more precise aircraft classification. As we navigate the dynamic and intricate airspace of the future, this innovative ViT represents a substantial leap towards ensuring the efficacy and safety of operations.

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Benjamin M. Hand and Colleen P. Bailey "Elevating aircraft identification: leveraging ViT for rapid and accurate classification", Proc. SPIE 13033, Multimodal Image Exploitation and Learning 2024, 1303309 (7 June 2024); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3013986

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