November 28, 2009

Wavelet Scalar Quantization

Last modified: Friday, June 26, 2009 

Abbreviated as WSQ, the Wavelet Scalar Quantization is a compression algorithm used for grayscale fingerprint images. It is the standard for the exchange of fingerprint images within the criminal justice community and is used by many organizations, including the FBI.
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