Real-time web-based hyperspectral data viewing and control

There is significant interest in hyperspectral image data in multiple disciplines. Laboratory-based hyperspectral imaging systems support research on samples ranging from plants and agricultural products to cell cultures, algae, coral, metals, and other media of interest. In most traditional laboratory settings, the user selects the data acquisition parameters and controls the instrument in the laboratory. In this paper interfacing a lab-based hyperspectral imaging system with the Internet through NI LabVIEW and related programs is described to allow real-time remote access and control of the system as well as viewing of the captured data. Through the designed interface, hyperspectral image cubes can be acquired and stored remotely, and viewed on-line by individuals who are not in the lab but are granted remote access to the system. The functional model for the remote control hyperspectral imaging system and the designed interface for real-time web-based data viewing and control are presented in this paper.