Robust-SeaThru: A physics-guided underwater image restoration model with percentile-based backscatter estimation

Key Points

• Improved underwater image restoration leads to clearer visuals, enhancing quality for various applications.
• The model utilizes percentile-based backscatter estimation to address challenges in underwater imaging effectively.
• Assessment using a physics-guided approach shows significant advancements in restoring clarity and reducing noise in images.
• This work suggests further application of the model in real-world underwater scenarios, potentially boosting scientific exploration.