Analytic hierarchy process for multi-sensor data fusion based on belief function theory |
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Authors: | Ahmed Frikha Hela Moalla |
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Affiliation: | 1. LOGIQ Research Group, University of Sfax, Road of Tunis Km 10.5, Technopole of Sfax, BP 1164, 3021 Sfax, Tunisia;2. Higher Industrial Management Institute of Sfax, Tunisia;3. Higher Business School of Sfax, Tunisia |
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Abstract: | Multi-sensor data fusion is an evolving technology whereby data from multiple sensor inputs are processed and combined. The data derived from multiple sensors can, however, be uncertain, imperfect, and conflicting. The present study is undertaken to help contribute to the continuous search for viable approaches to overcome the problems associated with data conflict and imperfection. Sensor readings, represented by belief functions, have to be fused according to their corresponding weights. Previous studies have often estimated the weights of sensor readings based on a single criterion. Mono-criteria approaches for the assessment of sensor reading weights are, however, often unreliable and inadequate for the reflection of reality. Accordingly, this work opts for the use of a multi-criteria decision aid. A modified Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) that incorporates several criteria is proposed to determine the weights of a sensor reading set. The approach relies on the automation of pairwise comparisons to eliminate subjectivity and reduce inconsistency. It assesses the weight of each sensor reading, and fuses the weighed readings obtained using a modified average combination rule. The efficiency of this approach is evaluated in a target recognition context. Several tests, sensitivity analysis, and comparisons with other approaches available in the literature are described. |
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Keywords: | Belief function theory Multiple criteria analysis Sensor reading weights Uncertainty measures Conflict measures |
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