Improved YOLOv7 for Small and Overlapping Objects Detection

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Abstract

Object detection is a crucial task in Deep Learning applications. However, detecting small, overlapping objects in complex scenes has always been challenging. To overcome this challenge, we propose a new algorithm based on YOLOv7, which incorporates a multi-path attention enhancement module in the neck part and a receptive field enhancement module on the feature layer responsible for forecasting small objects before the head. This allows all detection layers to focus more effectively on features that require attention and enhance receptive fields. Our experiments on the PASCAL VOC dataset demonstrate that our proposed approach significantly improves the detection of small and overlapping objects compared to YOLOv7.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2023 IEEE 6th International Conference on Pattern Recognition and Artificial Intelligence, PRAI 2023
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages153-157
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9798350325485
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event6th IEEE International Conference on Pattern Recognition and Artificial Intelligence, PRAI 2023 - Haikou, China
Duration: 18 Aug 202320 Aug 2023

Publication series

Name2023 IEEE 6th International Conference on Pattern Recognition and Artificial Intelligence, PRAI 2023

Conference

Conference6th IEEE International Conference on Pattern Recognition and Artificial Intelligence, PRAI 2023
Country/TerritoryChina
CityHaikou
Period18/08/2320/08/23

Keywords

  • Multi-path Attention
  • Object Detection
  • Receptive Field Enhancement
  • YOLOv7

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