ElliShape

A graphical user interface tool for shape analysis using Elliptic Fourier Descriptors (EFD).

Description

A user-friendly software designed to offer improved contour extraction, efficient EFDs calculation, and complete EFD normalization across all basic contour transformations.

Installation

Preparation Steps:

Option 1. Install Conda (if not already installed): - Download Anaconda from the official website: https://www.anaconda.com/ - Follow the installation instructions for your operating system

Option 2. Install Python (if not using Conda): - Download Python 3.8 or later from the official website: https://www.python.org/downloads/ - Follow the installation instructions and ensure you select the option to add Python to your system PATH

Installation and Usage with Conda:

1. Open the Anaconda Prompt
2. Create a Conda environment with Python 3.8:

   conda create -n ElliShape python=3.8
   

3. Activate the environment:

   conda activate ElliShape
   

4. Install the ElliShape package:

   pip install  ElliShape
   

5. Download the required model weight files:

   python path/to/download_pth.py
   

6. Run ElliShape:

   ElliShape
   

Direct Installation with Python :

1. Open the Command Prompt
2. Install the ElliShape package:

   pip install  ElliShape
   

3. Download the required model weight files:

   python path/to/download_pth.py
   

4. Run ElliShape:

   ElliShape
   

Notes:

• Ensure your environment meets the Python version requirements.
• The model weight files are essential for running ElliShape. Make sure to download them before using the software.
• For detailed documentation and troubleshooting, refer to the official website or contact support.