IMAGE PATTERN SEARCH IN A DISTRIBUTED DATABASE

Abstract:

A prototype image retrieval system with browse and search capabilities was developed to
investigate patterns of searching a collection of digital visual images from distributed database,
as well as factors, such as image size, resolution, and download speed, which affect browsing.
The subject populations were art history specialists and non-specialists. Through focus group
interviews, a controlled test, post-test interviews and an online survey, data was gathered to
compare preferences and actual patterns of use in browsing and searching. While specialists
preferred direct search to browsing, and generalists used browsing as their preferred mode, both
user groups found each mode to play a role depending on information need, and found value in a
system combining both browse and direct search. There were no significant differences in
performance among the search modes of browse, search, and combined browse/search models
when the quasi-controlled study tested the different modes.
Image Pattern Search is a dedicated web photo album application .Image Pattern Search utilizes
a modern cover design for albums which is comprised of a large photo with 4 smaller thumbnails
of recently uploaded photos. This allows users to easily organize their photos and keep track of
the latest changes by simply viewing the album cover. Image Pattern Search features a clear and
crisp interface with an easy to browse photo wall along with a built-in thumbnail accelerator that
allows users to quickly browse all photos.
Administrators are able to configure privileges for users allowing users with sufficiency
privileges to freely manage albums and upload photos. Image Pattern Search also makes it easy
for group collaboration with the message function that allows users to interact with one another.
Additionally, Image Pattern Search provides a tag function allowing users to add tags to photos
in order to make it easier to search for them in the future.

Key Features:

 Customizable album covers

 Tag function for photos
 Access privileges management for all users
 Photo descriptions and EXIF information
 Photo rotation and slideshow viewing
 Supports downloading of original files
 Supports interactive comments and messages