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The proposed methodology is organized into four main sub- early signs of eye diseases. The model is designed to
sections: data collection, data pre-processing, feature automate the analysis of eye movements, pupil responses,
extraction, and classification. Each component is elaborated and visual behavior using non-invasive methods, ensuring
upon below: affordability, accessibility, and efficiency.
System Workflow Components of the Research Model
The system performs the following steps: 1. Input Layer – Data Acquisition
 Hardware: A high-resolution camera (e.g., an infrared
1. Data Acquisition: camera for enhanced pupil tracking) captures real-time
 A camera module captures real-time video of the eye video of the patient’s eyes.
during the diagnostic tests.
 Target Data: Eye movements, pupil size, reaction times,
 The system tracks eye movements, pupil size, reaction gaze direction, and visual response patterns are
speed, and changes in visual focus without physical recorded during diagnostic tests.
contact with the patient.
2. Pre-Processing Layer
2. Non-Invasive Testing Modules:
 Image Stabilization: Removes noise and artifacts
The system runs six targeted diagnostic tests, each designed
caused by blinking or sudden head movements.
to evaluate specific visual functions:
 Eye Focus Test: Monitors the eye's ability to fixate on a  Region of Interest (ROI) Extraction: Focuses on key
moving or stationary object, identifying coordination or areas such as the pupil, iris, and sclera for further
fixation issues. analysis.
 Pupil Reaction Test: Examines pupil dilation and  Normalization: Adjusts brightness, contrast, and
constriction when focusing on objects at varying resolution to ensure consistent quality across various
distances, detecting abnormalities in response time and lighting conditions.
size. 3. Feature Extraction Layer
 Flash Light Test: Assesses pupil reflexes and lens clarity  Pupil Metrics: Extracts data on pupil
under sudden bright light exposure to identify lens dilation/constriction rates, size changes, and reaction
opacity or sluggish reactions. speeds.
 Peripheral Vision Test: Detects the ability to notice  Eye Movement Patterns: Tracks fixation points,
objects in the peripheral field of vision, crucial for saccades, and smooth pursuit movements.
diagnosing glaucoma.
 Lens Response: Assesses lens opacity and reaction to
 Visual Acuity Test: Measures clarity and sharpness of light during the Flash Light Test.
vision to detect refractive errors or early impairments.
 Peripheral Awareness: Detects eye responses to
 Contrast Sensitivity Test: Evaluates the ability to stimuli in the peripheral visual field.
distinguish subtle differences in brightness or contrast,
aiding in the detection of cataracts or retinal issues.  Contrast Sensitivity: Analyzes the ability to distinguish
brightness and contrast differences.
3. Pre-Processing and Feature Extraction: 4. Classification Layer – Machine Learning Model
 Raw video data is processed to normalize lighting  Model Selection: A hybrid machine learning approach is
conditions, reduce noise, and focus on key regions of proposed:
interest (e.g., the pupil, sclera, and iris).
 Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN): For image-
 Features such as pupil size, reaction times, movement
based feature detection, such as pupil dynamics and eye
patterns, and fixation points are extracted using image
movement trajectories.
processing and computer vision techniques.
 Recurrent Neural Networks (RNN): For analyzing
4. Pattern Analysis and Classification:
 The extracted features are fed into a classification model sequential patterns in time-series data, such as reaction
powered by machine learning, such as a Convolutional speeds and gaze transitions.
Neural Network (CNN).  Training: The models are trained on datasets containing
labeled eye behavior data for normal eyes and those
 The model is trained to distinguish between healthy and affected by cataracts, glaucoma, or diabetic retinopathy.
abnormal eye behavior patterns indicative of specific
conditions.  Evaluation Metrics: Metrics such as accuracy,
sensitivity, specificity, and F1 score are used to evaluate
5. Result Generation:
model performance.
 The system provides a clear and interpretable report,
highlighting any abnormalities detected during the tests. 5. Decision-Making Layer – Disease Diagnosis
 Pattern Matching: Compares extracted features against
 It categorizes the results as normal or indicative of
cataracts, glaucoma, or diabetic retinopathy, along with predefined thresholds and trained model outputs to
detect abnormalities.
a confidence score for each diagnosis.
IV. PROPOSED RESEARCH MODEL  Multi-Test Integration: Combines results from
The proposed research model for the Eye-Tracking System individual tests (e.g., Pupil Reaction Test, Peripheral
Vision Test) for a comprehensive diagnosis.
for Disease Detection integrates advanced computer vision,
machine learning, and structured diagnostic tests to detect

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