Mathematical Techniques in Multisensor Data Fusion (Artech House Information Warfare Library) [Hardcover]

David L. Hall (Author), Sonya A. H. McMullen (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1580533353 | ISBN-13: 978-1580533355 | Publication Date: February 26, 2004 | Edition: 2

Since the publication of the first edition of this groundbreaking book, advances in algorithms, logic, and software tools have transformed the field of data fusion. The latest edition covers these areas as well as smart agents, human computer interaction, cognitive aides to analysis, and data system fusion control.

Besides aiding you in selecting the appropriate algorithm for implementing a data fusion system, this book guides you through the process of determining the trade-offs among competing data fusion algorithms, selecting commercial off the shelf (COTS) tools, and understanding when data fusion improves systems processing. Completely new chapters in this second edition explain data fusion system control, DARPA’s recently developed TRIP model, and the latest applications of data fusion in data warehousing and medical equipment, as well as defense systems.

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About the Author

David L. Hall is the associate dean for research at The Pennsylvania State University, School of Information Sciences and Technology. He is also the author of Lectures in Multisensor Data Fusion and Target Tracking (Artech House, 2001). He earned his Ph.D. in Astronomy at The Pennsylvania State University. He is an IEEE Fellow. Sonya A. H. McMullen is a Captain with the US Air Force. She earned an M.S. in aerospace engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautic University.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 466 pages
• Publisher: Artech Print on Demand; 2 edition (February 26, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580533353
• ISBN-13: 978-1580533355
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,010,249 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good book, November 4, 2007

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This review is from: Mathematical Techniques in Multisensor Data Fusion (Artech House Information Warfare Library) (Hardcover)

This is a good overall review of the subject. Contrary to what the title says, the book is very light on math. If you want to do serious work in this area, you'll need some more in depth references, but this book gets you started, and points you to the references you'll need.

8 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the most complete data fusion reference available., March 19, 1999

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Sonya Anne Hall ([e-mail]) (Minot, North Dakota) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mathematical Techniques in Multisensor Data Fusion (Artech House Radar Library) (Hardcover)

This is a well written reference book that clearly describes the mathematical aspects of multisensor data fusion. It can be used effectively by experts and those who are just beginning to explore this technology. The book includes clear figures, tables, and equations and features an exhaustive list of references for further study. I highly recommend this book as a first step to understanding this technology and its impacts.