YOLO-AMC: An Improved YOLO Architecture with Attention Mechanisms for Building Crack Detection
Researchers have developed YOLO-AMC, an enhanced YOLO architecture designed for improved building crack detection. This model integrates various attention mechanisms, such as GAM, Res-CBAM, and SA, into its feature fusion layers to better capture subtle crack features. YOLO-AMC demonstrates superior performance compared to baseline models like YOLOv11 and YOLOv8, achieving high mAP scores while maintaining efficient computational complexity. The model also shows promising deployment efficiency on edge devices, balancing accuracy with practical application. AI
IMPACT This research offers a more accurate and efficient method for automated infrastructure inspection, potentially improving safety and reducing maintenance costs.