Why automatic image analysis? An introduction to this issue

Abstract This short paper introduces this special issue on the use of automatic image analysis applied to cement and concrete materials. One paper gives a very short overview of the methods to be used, and the others illustrate by many examples why the techniques of image analysis have to be used for cement and concrete materials. It evidences the importance of knowledge of the morphology of objects. These different papers are presented according to a certain morphological classification.

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