Based on the highly successful 3-volume reference Handbook of Computer Vision and Applications, this concise edition covers in a single volume the entire spectrum of computer vision ranging form the imaging process to high-end algorithms and applications. This book consists of three parts, including an application gallery, and is accompanied by an interactive CD-ROM. * Bridges the gap between theory and practical applications * Covers modern concepts in computer vision as well as modern developments in imaging sensor technology * Presents a unique interdisciplinary approach covering different areas of modern science * An accompanying CD-ROM provides full text with hyperlinks for quick searching and browsing along with reference material, interactive software components, code examples, image material, full-color figures, and references to Internet sources.