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A Comparative Study of Image Processing Techniques for Javanese Ancient Manuscripts Enhancement


This study applies five image processing techniques Gaussian Blur, Adaptive Thresholding, Canny Edge Detection, Morphology, and Sobel Algorithm to enhance the readability...

Abstract:

Digital preservation to preserve information in ancient manuscripts is often not optimal because of the object’s condition, which has degraded over time. Therefore, quali...Show More

Abstract:

Digital preservation to preserve information in ancient manuscripts is often not optimal because of the object’s condition, which has degraded over time. Therefore, quality enhancement is required through several image processing techniques to optimize the readability of the information within them. This study explores five types of filters, Gaussian Blur, Adaptive Thresholding, Canny Edge Detection, Morphology, and Sobel Algorithm, to address the readability challenges of three types of ancient Javanese manuscripts, Serat Piwulang Cablaka, Serat Pakem Gancaripun Lelampahan, and Serat Piwulang Nulis. This study evaluates how each filter enhances visual clarity while maintaining structural integrity using evaluation metrics such as the Structural Similarity Index Measure (SSIM) and Normalized Cross-Correlation (NCC). Based on the evaluation of the result, this study revealed that Gaussian Blur performed well, attaining an average SSIM value of 0.91, signifying its proficiency in preserving the original visual structure and texture. Furthermore, this study emphasizes the potential of combining Gaussian Blur with techniques like Adaptive Thresholding and Morphologyological operations to achieve an optimal balance between improving legibility and maintaining the authenticity of manuscripts.
This study applies five image processing techniques Gaussian Blur, Adaptive Thresholding, Canny Edge Detection, Morphology, and Sobel Algorithm to enhance the readability...
Published in: IEEE Access ( Volume: 13)
Page(s): 36845 - 36857
Date of Publication: 25 February 2025
Electronic ISSN: 2169-3536

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Author image of Imam Yuadi
Department of Information and Library Science, Airlangga University, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
Imam Yuadi received the Diploma degree in library studies from Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia, in 1996, the bachelor’s degree in library and information studies from the University of Padjadjaran, Bandung, Indonesia, in 1999, the master’s degree in information technology management from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Surabaya, Indonesia, in 2009, and the Ph.D. degree in information management fro...Show More
Imam Yuadi received the Diploma degree in library studies from Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia, in 1996, the bachelor’s degree in library and information studies from the University of Padjadjaran, Bandung, Indonesia, in 1999, the master’s degree in information technology management from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Surabaya, Indonesia, in 2009, and the Ph.D. degree in information management fro...View more
Author image of Novanto Yudistira
Department of Informatics Engineering, Brawijaya University, Malang, East Java, Indonesia
Novanto Yudistira received the B.S. degree in informatics engineering from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Surabaya, Indonesia, in November 2007, the M.S. degree in computer science from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, in 2011, and the Dr.Eng. degree in information engineering from Hiroshima University, Higashihiroshima, Japan, in 2018.
He is currently a Lecturer and a Researcher with Br...Show More
Novanto Yudistira received the B.S. degree in informatics engineering from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Surabaya, Indonesia, in November 2007, the M.S. degree in computer science from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, in 2011, and the Dr.Eng. degree in information engineering from Hiroshima University, Higashihiroshima, Japan, in 2018.
He is currently a Lecturer and a Researcher with Br...View more
Author image of Habiddin Habiddin
Department of Chemistry, State University of Malang, Malang, East Java, Indonesia
Habiddin Habiddin received the B.S. degree in chemistry education from Halu Oleo University (UHO), Kendari, South East Sulawesi, Indonesia, in 2002, the M.S. degree in chemistry education from the State University of Malang (UM), East Java, Indonesia, in 2005, and the Ph.D. degree in chemistry education from the University of Reading, U.K., in 2018.
He has also been a Visiting Scholar with the Faculty of Education, Univers...Show More
Habiddin Habiddin received the B.S. degree in chemistry education from Halu Oleo University (UHO), Kendari, South East Sulawesi, Indonesia, in 2002, the M.S. degree in chemistry education from the State University of Malang (UM), East Java, Indonesia, in 2005, and the Ph.D. degree in chemistry education from the University of Reading, U.K., in 2018.
He has also been a Visiting Scholar with the Faculty of Education, Univers...View more
Author image of Khoirun Nisa'
Department of Information and Library Science, Airlangga University, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
Khoirun Nisa’ received the B.A. degree in information and library science from Airlangga University, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, in 2023.
She began her career as a Librarian with the Al Muhtadi Private Islamic Elementary School Library, Lamongan, East Java, from 2021 to 2023. During this period, she played an active role in organizing the classification and circulation system of library collections and also developing ...Show More
Khoirun Nisa’ received the B.A. degree in information and library science from Airlangga University, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, in 2023.
She began her career as a Librarian with the Al Muhtadi Private Islamic Elementary School Library, Lamongan, East Java, from 2021 to 2023. During this period, she played an active role in organizing the classification and circulation system of library collections and also developing ...View more

Author image of Imam Yuadi
Department of Information and Library Science, Airlangga University, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
Imam Yuadi received the Diploma degree in library studies from Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia, in 1996, the bachelor’s degree in library and information studies from the University of Padjadjaran, Bandung, Indonesia, in 1999, the master’s degree in information technology management from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Surabaya, Indonesia, in 2009, and the Ph.D. degree in information management from National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan, in 2017.
He has been a Senior Lecturer with the Department of Information and Library Science, University of Airlangga, since 1999. Previously, he was a Study Centre Assistant with Indonesia-Australia Language Foundation (IALF), Surabaya, and a Librarian with the School of Information Management and Computer Engineering (STIKOM), Surabaya. His current research interests include digital image forensics, digital libraries, computer vision, bibliometrics, and image processing.
Dr. Yuadi is a member of several professional societies, including the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T). He also received an award as The Best Presenter at The IEEE Third International Conference on Information Technology Research and Innovation (ICITRI), in 2024. He also received the Outstanding Contribution Award for the Ph.D. degree.
Imam Yuadi received the Diploma degree in library studies from Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia, in 1996, the bachelor’s degree in library and information studies from the University of Padjadjaran, Bandung, Indonesia, in 1999, the master’s degree in information technology management from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Surabaya, Indonesia, in 2009, and the Ph.D. degree in information management from National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan, in 2017.
He has been a Senior Lecturer with the Department of Information and Library Science, University of Airlangga, since 1999. Previously, he was a Study Centre Assistant with Indonesia-Australia Language Foundation (IALF), Surabaya, and a Librarian with the School of Information Management and Computer Engineering (STIKOM), Surabaya. His current research interests include digital image forensics, digital libraries, computer vision, bibliometrics, and image processing.
Dr. Yuadi is a member of several professional societies, including the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T). He also received an award as The Best Presenter at The IEEE Third International Conference on Information Technology Research and Innovation (ICITRI), in 2024. He also received the Outstanding Contribution Award for the Ph.D. degree.View more
Author image of Novanto Yudistira
Department of Informatics Engineering, Brawijaya University, Malang, East Java, Indonesia
Novanto Yudistira received the B.S. degree in informatics engineering from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Surabaya, Indonesia, in November 2007, the M.S. degree in computer science from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, in 2011, and the Dr.Eng. degree in information engineering from Hiroshima University, Higashihiroshima, Japan, in 2018.
He is currently a Lecturer and a Researcher with Brawijaya University, Malang, Indonesia. His current research interests include deep learning, multimodal computer vision, medical informatics, and big data analysis. In 2016, he was involved in research collaboration with the Mathematical Neuroinformatics Group, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Tokyo, Japan. In 2018, he continued as a Postdoctoral Fellow in informatics and data science analytics for two years working with Japanese Large Scientific Research Institute, RIKEN, Tokyo, and Osaka University, Suita, Japan.
Novanto Yudistira received the B.S. degree in informatics engineering from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Surabaya, Indonesia, in November 2007, the M.S. degree in computer science from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, in 2011, and the Dr.Eng. degree in information engineering from Hiroshima University, Higashihiroshima, Japan, in 2018.
He is currently a Lecturer and a Researcher with Brawijaya University, Malang, Indonesia. His current research interests include deep learning, multimodal computer vision, medical informatics, and big data analysis. In 2016, he was involved in research collaboration with the Mathematical Neuroinformatics Group, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Tokyo, Japan. In 2018, he continued as a Postdoctoral Fellow in informatics and data science analytics for two years working with Japanese Large Scientific Research Institute, RIKEN, Tokyo, and Osaka University, Suita, Japan.View more
Author image of Habiddin Habiddin
Department of Chemistry, State University of Malang, Malang, East Java, Indonesia
Habiddin Habiddin received the B.S. degree in chemistry education from Halu Oleo University (UHO), Kendari, South East Sulawesi, Indonesia, in 2002, the M.S. degree in chemistry education from the State University of Malang (UM), East Java, Indonesia, in 2005, and the Ph.D. degree in chemistry education from the University of Reading, U.K., in 2018.
He has also been a Visiting Scholar with the Faculty of Education, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia, in 2021. He is currently a Professor with the Department of Chemistry, State University of Malang, Indonesia. His research interests include uncovering students’ conceptions using multi-tier instruments, designing instructional methods to foster conceptual change, higher-order thinking skills (HOTS), chemical literacy, and promoting 21st-century skills through innovative teaching approaches.
Mr. Habiddin’s serving as the Head for the Graduate Program in Chemistry Education, the Editor-in-Chief for Jurnal Pembelajaran Kimia (J-PEK) and Journal of Disruptive Learning Innovation (JODLI), and the Chief for the Chemical Literacy & Education for Sustainable Development Research Group, State University of Malang. He is an active reviewer of several national and international journals.
Habiddin Habiddin received the B.S. degree in chemistry education from Halu Oleo University (UHO), Kendari, South East Sulawesi, Indonesia, in 2002, the M.S. degree in chemistry education from the State University of Malang (UM), East Java, Indonesia, in 2005, and the Ph.D. degree in chemistry education from the University of Reading, U.K., in 2018.
He has also been a Visiting Scholar with the Faculty of Education, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia, in 2021. He is currently a Professor with the Department of Chemistry, State University of Malang, Indonesia. His research interests include uncovering students’ conceptions using multi-tier instruments, designing instructional methods to foster conceptual change, higher-order thinking skills (HOTS), chemical literacy, and promoting 21st-century skills through innovative teaching approaches.
Mr. Habiddin’s serving as the Head for the Graduate Program in Chemistry Education, the Editor-in-Chief for Jurnal Pembelajaran Kimia (J-PEK) and Journal of Disruptive Learning Innovation (JODLI), and the Chief for the Chemical Literacy & Education for Sustainable Development Research Group, State University of Malang. He is an active reviewer of several national and international journals.View more
Author image of Khoirun Nisa'
Department of Information and Library Science, Airlangga University, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
Khoirun Nisa’ received the B.A. degree in information and library science from Airlangga University, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, in 2023.
She began her career as a Librarian with the Al Muhtadi Private Islamic Elementary School Library, Lamongan, East Java, from 2021 to 2023. During this period, she played an active role in organizing the classification and circulation system of library collections and also developing the library’s database system. Since 2023, she has been a Research Assistant with Airlangga University, with a keen interest in studies of image processing, digital image forensics, machine learning, deep learning, optical character recognition, and artificial intelligence applications in the preservation of cultural heritage.
Khoirun Nisa’ received the B.A. degree in information and library science from Airlangga University, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, in 2023.
She began her career as a Librarian with the Al Muhtadi Private Islamic Elementary School Library, Lamongan, East Java, from 2021 to 2023. During this period, she played an active role in organizing the classification and circulation system of library collections and also developing the library’s database system. Since 2023, she has been a Research Assistant with Airlangga University, with a keen interest in studies of image processing, digital image forensics, machine learning, deep learning, optical character recognition, and artificial intelligence applications in the preservation of cultural heritage.View more

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