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Fast and accurate neural reflectance transformation imaging through knowledge distillation

arXiv — cs.CV•Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 4:00:00 AM
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A recent study introduces a groundbreaking method for Reflectance Transformation Imaging (RTI) that enhances the accuracy and speed of surface analysis. By leveraging knowledge distillation, this approach allows for detailed visualizations from just a few photographs, making it a game-changer for fields that rely on precise surface detail analysis. This innovation not only improves the efficiency of capturing complex reflectance fields but also opens new avenues for research and applications in imaging technology.
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