Deep Learning for Automated Detection of Earprint Features
摘要
This paper presents an application of deep learning techniques to the automatic detection of biometric features from digitized ear impressions. By leveraging deep neural network architectures—including state-of-the-art models such as YOLOv5 and YOLOv8—the proposed method efficiently identifies and localizes key anatomical markers of the human auricle. The system was evaluated under various configurations and data augmentation methods, which confirmed its effectiveness. This research highlights the potential of AI to streamline biometric analysis and support advanced forensic investigations.