AI/ML Embroidery Stitch Estimator

Job Type: Freelance / Contract

Budget: Open to discussion (Please provide quotes)

Project Overview:We are looking for an AI/ML developer to create an automated system that estimates the number of embroidery stitches from an input image. The model should analyze the complexity of an embroidery design and provide an approximate stitch count based on predefined parameters. Additionally, the system should be able to find the closest matching images from our existing design database so that we can offer available designs to buyers based on their input image.

Project Requirements:

Input: Image of embroidery design (JPEG, PNG, etc.).

Processing: AI model should analyze the image and estimate the number of stitches based on factors like stitch density, fabric type, and color variations.

Output: Approximate stitch count along with a confidence score.

Image Matching System: The system should compare the input image with our existing embroidery design database and return the closest matching designs.

User Interface: A simple web-based or desktop interface where users can upload an image and receive the stitch count and similar design suggestions.

Scalability: The system should be scalable and capable of handling multiple image inputs.

Integration: If possible, API-based output that can be integrated with existing embroidery software.

Preferred Skills:

Experience in computer vision (OpenCV, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar).

Knowledge of image processing techniques.

Familiarity with digitizing embroidery designs is a plus.

Web development experience (for UI integration) is a bonus.

API development experience (Flask, FastAPI, or similar) for scalable deployment.

Experience with image similarity search algorithms (Feature Matching, Deep Learning Embeddings, etc.) is preferred.

Deliverables:

AI/ML model that accurately estimates stitch count.

Image matching system that finds similar designs from the database.

Basic front-end interface (or API) for image upload and results display.

Documentation for usage and future improvements.

Timeline: Open to discussion based on developer's recommendations.

How to Apply:Interested freelancers, please send:

Your experience and portfolio (relevant AI/ML projects).

Estimated cost and timeline.

Any suggestions for improving the project scope. The model ownership will be retained by the company and an IP ownership agreement will need to be signed.