 Structure tensor (source code)

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= Structure tensor
{title2=$J_\rho=G_\rho*(\nabla u_\sigma\nabla u_\sigma^T)$}

For a smoothed <image signal> $u_\sigma$, average the <gradient> outer product as $J_\rho=G_\rho*(\nabla u_\sigma\nabla u_\sigma^T)$. The dominant <eigenvector> estimates the normal to a coherent <image edge>, and <eigenvalue> contrast <measures> local directional structure. Two distinct scales separate differentiation from orientation averaging.

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