Deep Learning-Based Real-Time Face Mask Detection for Human Using Novel YOLOv2 with Higher Accuracy

A novel deep learning-based face mask detection system is designed to enhance public safety in various environments. With the ongoing global health concerns, the need for efficient and accurate methods to identify individuals wearing or not wearing face masks has become crucial. By utilizing convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and transfer learning techniques, proposed model achieves impressive accuracy while maintaining high-speed processing capabilities. This paper outlines the architecture, training process, and performance evaluation of the proposed deep learning-based face mask detection system, highlighting its promising role in contributing to a safer and healthier society. The development of a vision-based safety system, the transfer of a small YOLO object detection model, and the creation of a CNN-based classification model are the key objectives of this study. According to experimental findings, proposed system is capable of real-time face mask detection and classification with an accuracy of over 98%.