Yoshiaki Shirai's book "Three-Dimensional Computer Vision" provides a comprehensive overview of the field, covering various aspects of 3D computer vision. The book is structured into 14 chapters, each discussing different topics related to 3D computer vision, including image input, feature extraction, feature description, line drawing interpretation, realizability of line drawings, stereo vision, shape from monocular images, range data processing, three-dimensional description and representation, knowledge representation and use, image analysis using scene knowledge, image understanding using two-dimensional models, and image understanding using three-dimensional models. The book begins with an introduction to three-dimensional computer vision and related fields such as image processing, pattern classification, and computer graphics. It then delves into the mainstream research areas in 3D computer vision, including pioneering work, first-generation robot vision, interpretation of line drawings, feature extraction, range data processing, and the use of knowledge about scenes and physics of imaging. The subsequent chapters discuss various aspects of image input, including imaging geometry, image input devices, color, range, moiré topography, and preprocessing. The book then moves on to image feature extraction, covering edge point detection, local edge linking, edge point clustering in parameter space, edge-following methods, and region methods. The book also covers image feature description, line drawing interpretation, realizability of line drawings, stereo vision, shape from monocular images, range data processing, three-dimensional description and representation, knowledge representation and use, image analysis using scene knowledge, image understanding using two-dimensional models, and image understanding using three-dimensional models. The book concludes with a list of references. The book is a detailed and comprehensive resource for researchers and practitioners in the field of three-dimensional computer vision. It provides a thorough understanding of the various techniques and methods used in 3D computer vision, making it an essential reference for anyone working in this area.Yoshiaki Shirai's book "Three-Dimensional Computer Vision" provides a comprehensive overview of the field, covering various aspects of 3D computer vision. The book is structured into 14 chapters, each discussing different topics related to 3D computer vision, including image input, feature extraction, feature description, line drawing interpretation, realizability of line drawings, stereo vision, shape from monocular images, range data processing, three-dimensional description and representation, knowledge representation and use, image analysis using scene knowledge, image understanding using two-dimensional models, and image understanding using three-dimensional models. The book begins with an introduction to three-dimensional computer vision and related fields such as image processing, pattern classification, and computer graphics. It then delves into the mainstream research areas in 3D computer vision, including pioneering work, first-generation robot vision, interpretation of line drawings, feature extraction, range data processing, and the use of knowledge about scenes and physics of imaging. The subsequent chapters discuss various aspects of image input, including imaging geometry, image input devices, color, range, moiré topography, and preprocessing. The book then moves on to image feature extraction, covering edge point detection, local edge linking, edge point clustering in parameter space, edge-following methods, and region methods. The book also covers image feature description, line drawing interpretation, realizability of line drawings, stereo vision, shape from monocular images, range data processing, three-dimensional description and representation, knowledge representation and use, image analysis using scene knowledge, image understanding using two-dimensional models, and image understanding using three-dimensional models. The book concludes with a list of references. The book is a detailed and comprehensive resource for researchers and practitioners in the field of three-dimensional computer vision. It provides a thorough understanding of the various techniques and methods used in 3D computer vision, making it an essential reference for anyone working in this area.