SLIC (Simple Linear Iterative Clustering)

Simple Linear Iterative Clustering (SLIC) is a segmentation technique used in image processing to group similar pixels together, effectively partitioning an image into distinct regions. It operates by initially dividing the image into a grid of superpixels, which are small, uniform regions. Then, it iteratively refines these segments by adjusting pixel assignments based on color similarity and proximity. The result is a more efficient and visually coherent representation of the image, making it easier for further analysis or processing tasks, such as object recognition or image compression. SLIC is valued for its speed and quality in segmentation.