Kernel Functions in Convolution Surfaces:
A Comparative Analysis

Andrei Sherstyuk
School of Computer Science and Software Engineering
Monash University

Abstract:

A comprehensive analysis of various convolution kernels is presented. Computational complexity and compatibility between the kernels and a number of modeling primitives are examined. A number of practical suggestions are given how to choose the proper kernel function, with a special attention to polynomial kernels. Mathematical formulations for convolved line segments are given.