arXiv Machine Learning By Keonvin Park, Yong Ann Voeurn, Hyeokjun Kweon, Doyun Lee

Enhanced Seam Segmentation for Automated Welding Robot in Construction Through Transfer Learning: Addressing Limitations of Bilateral Segmentation Network

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arXiv:2607. 06150v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: Reliable seam segmentation is essential for autonomous robotic welding in construction, where harsh illumination, specular reflections, and thin weld geometries often degrade segmentation performance.

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