Single-pixel imaging using a recurrent neural network combined with convolutional layers.

ABSTRACT

Single-pixel imaging allows for high-speed imaging, miniaturization of optical systems, and imaging over a broad wavelength range, which is difficult by conventional imaging sensors, such as pixel arrays. However, a challenge in single-pixel imaging is low image quality in the presence of undersampling. Deep learning is an effective method for solving this challenge; however, a large amount of memory is required for the internal parameters. In this study, we propose single-pixel imaging based on a recurrent neural network. The proposed approach succeeds in reducing the internal parameters, reconstructing images with higher quality, and showing robustness to noise.