Replicate AI is an online platform that allows users to explore, run, and share machine learning models.
One of the models available on Replicate AI is the Nonlinear Activation Free Network for Image Restoration (NAFNet) developed by Megvii Research. This tool is FREE of charge.
The model used by Megvii Research Ai can remove blur from images using a novel activation-free network architecture that reduces computational complexity and memory consumption. The model can handle different types of blur, such as Gaussian blur, motion blur, and defocus blur. The goal is image restoration and repair after mismanagement during photo shooting:
How does image blurring in Megvii Research work?
Megvii Research uses AI as a predictive model that scans the image and predicts what is nosy and blurry. Having a huge database helps the program predict successfully the missing elements or blurred-out sections from the image.
Uses cases for Replicate Megvii Ai that help Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
Here is a list of tasks you can complete using the Replicate Megvii Ai tool when removing the image blur:
| Function | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Product Photography | Clear, high-quality images can significantly impact online sales. If a product photo comes out blurry, instead of arranging another photoshoot, the image can be corrected using a blur removal tool. | Sometimes, important documents are captured in less-than-ideal conditions resulting in blurriness. A blur removal tool can help enhance the readability of such documents. |
| Shop and office interior images | Blurry photos can make your office/workroom seem less appealing. A blur removal tool can help real estate entrepreneurs present their properties in the best light. | Sometimes, important documents are captured in less-than-ideal conditions resulting in blurriness. A blur removal tool can help enhance the readability of such documents. |
| Social Media Marketing | Clear and engaging visuals are crucial for social media success. A blur removal tool can ensure all visuals shared on social media channels are of high quality. | A restaurant owner can use this tool to share appetizing and clear photos of their dishes on social media. |
| Document clarity | Sometimes, important documents are captured in less than ideal conditions resulting in blurriness. A blur removal tool can help enhance the readability of such documents. | An entrepreneur can use this tool to improve the clarity of photographed documents, receipts, or invoices. |
How to Use Replicate Megvii Ai
Megvii Research uses Nonlinear Activation Free Network for Image Restoration, which is made publically available:
There is no login required, you can simply visit the link below and get access to this tool for FREE as it is available to the public:
Next, add your inputs based on your needs:
You may select from these image blur restoration options:
From the dropdown menu with various options for image processing tasks. The selected option in the dropdown menu is “Image Deblurring (REDS)”. Other options in the menu include:
- Image Denoising
- image Deblurring (GoPro)
- and Stereo Image Super-Resolution
Then upload, or drop the image you want fixed:
Example of a blurry image fixed with Replicate Megvii Research Ai
Before:
After:
For developers, there’s a JSON section they may use to understand how the image was fixed using code:
Useful Tools to help with Photo corrections
You may consider other tools for other photo corrections needed. A great tool is Clip Drop Ai which can handle multiple functions such as:
- image clean up (object removal)
- relight
- background removal, etc.
