Abstract:
This paper focuses on noise removal in the classification and description of herbal plants
using the Xception model. The study aims to improve accuracy by addressing challenges
related to shadow removal, dust removal, and color correction through advanced
algorithms. The research incorporates the Shadow Detection and Removal (SDR)
algorithm for shadow removal, the Top-hat transform algorithm for dust removal, and the
Gray World Algorithm with Contrast Limited Adaptive Histogram Equalization (CLAHE)
for color correction and histogram enhancement. To build a diverse and extensive dataset,
the data is collected from Kaggle, a popular platform for machine learning datasets.
Extensive model training and optimization are performed using the powerful Xception
model for feature extraction and classification. By integrating noise removal algorithms,
including SDR, Top-hat transform, Gray World Algorithm, and CLAHE, the model
achieves improved accuracy by effectively handling shadow, dust, and color
inconsistencies. These algorithms enhance input data quality and enable more precise
feature extraction. Our evaluation demonstrates exceptional accuracy, achieving a
classification accuracy of 99%. Successful noise removal, encompassing shadows, dust,
and color variations, minimizes erroneous classifications, enhancing the overall reliability
of the model. Additionally, during the testing phase, the model demonstrates strong
performance with a test accuracy of 97.5%, providing consistent and reliable results.
Keywords: SDR, Top-hat transform, Gray World Algorithm, and CLAHE, Xception
model