Symmetry and Asymmetry in Intelligent Image Processing: Optimization, Security, and Applications
A special issue of Symmetry (ISSN 2073-8994). This special issue belongs to the section "Computer".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 August 2026
Special Issue Editors
Interests: Image processing; intelligent vision systems; metaheuristic optimization; chaotic systems; image security; embedded systems; hybrid artificial intelligence
Interests: Image processing; intelligent vision systems; metaheuristic optimization; chaotic systems; image security; embedded systems; hybrid artificial intelligence
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Special Issue Information
Dear colleagues,
We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue dedicated to the integration of symmetrical and asymmetrical paradigms in intelligent image processing. These structures play a key role in pattern analysis, feature extraction, and data protection. With increasing demands for high-performance and secure visual systems, understanding the impact of symmetry and asymmetry across algorithms and applications becomes crucial. This Special Issue aims to gather state-of-the-art research contributions exploring how symmetry and asymmetry can be exploited in image optimization, enhancement, reconstruction, cryptography, and AI-based recognition. It fits well within the scope of Symmetry by linking theoretical aspects with practical implementations in signal processing, AI, and secure communications. Contributions spanning novel algorithms, hybrid techniques, and real-time embedded systems are welcome.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and comprehensive reviews are welcome. Suggested topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Symmetry and asymmetry in image recognition, enhancement, and feature extraction;
- Chaotic and fractal-based techniques for image security and authentication;
- Metaheuristic algorithms for image analysis, segmentation, and optimization;
- Real-time and embedded systems for intelligent visual data processing;
- Hybrid artificial intelligence methods for symmetry detection and pattern analysis;
- Symmetry-driven approaches in biomedical and medical image diagnostics;
- Data hiding, digital watermarking, and tamper detection exploiting symmetrical properties.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Mohamed Amine Tahiri
Prof. Dr. Mhamed Sayyouri
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- symmetry in image processing
- metaheuristics in image processing
- image security and authentication
- intelligent embedded systems for visual applications
- medical image diagnosis and symmetry analysis
- optimization techniques for image reconstruction
- pattern recognition in symmetric and asymmetric structures
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