Motivation :
The purpose of our project is to fill the gap between the real and virtual worlds. We want to develop a user-friendly toolbox that makes the process of connecting reality and virtuality easier by utilizing the power of "ArUco markers". This opens up a wide range of possibilities, such as augmented reality, object measurement, efficient tracking, pose estimation and making it available to everyone.
Prob. State :
• It can be challenging for people to visualise a suitable wall colour or the place for an artwork when building a new house. With the use of augmented reality and Aruco markers, our idea provides a cost-effective solution that makes it simple for people to plan and customise the interior design of their homes.
• In day-to-day life, carrying a scale isn't exactly practical to do measurements and hand measurements can be time-consuming as well. Think about carpentry work or any hands-on task where precision matters. Our project steps in with Aruco marker base object measurement offering a solution- say goodbye to awkward scales, and hello to quick, accurate measurements in the palm of your hand, wherever you go.
• In many situations, figuring out how objects are positioned can be tricky. This comes up in things like guiding robots, precise drone landing or making video games more immersive. Traditional methods struggle with this. Our project, using Aruco markers, steps in to make it easier, offering a solution to accurately figure out how things are placed in various situations.
Implementation and Design :
• We started our project journey by being familiar with the fundamentals of OpenCV, an image and video processing tool.
• We then looked into ArUco markers, which are essentially unique symbols that are used in computer vision.
• After that, we worked out how these markers fit into both our computer screen and the real world.
• Next, we calibrated our camera to ensure optimal sharpness.
• The second task was pose estimation, which is essentially figuring out where objects are in space.
• The big game-changer came when we figured out how to join the ArUco markers with virtual graphics.
• Now that we had these handy talents, we made the decision to use them.
Challenges :
• Initially, following our mentor Professor Mukesh Tiwari's advice against relying on only sensors for our exploration project, the challenge was to identify a novel and meaningful exploration idea. Upon consulting Professor Bakul Gohel, the concept of ArUco markers was introduced. The next challenge was to obtain detailed information on these markers, which was effectively accomplished with the help of internet resources.
• As we ventured into the hardware aspect, we encountered a prevalent trend of Arduino and sensor-based projects in our surroundings. We imagined a Warehouse Stock Management System using ArUco markers as unique identifiers for individual boxes. However, the transition from conceptualization to practical implementation revealed a significant obstacle—transforming a regular camera into a webcam suitable for our project. Seeking guidance from EHC club seniors, they recommended utilizing a Raspberry Pi as our hardware solution and advised against purchasing it due to budget constraints, prompting a shift in our project focus.
• Faced with the challenge of adapting our initial warehouse management concept to budget constraints, we redirected our efforts towards other side. This led us to the thoughtful decision to pursue our current project,.
Conclusion :
In our dynamic journey from steering away from conventional sensor-based projects to exploring ArUco markers, our project has not only addressed specific challenges but also introduced innovative features in wall color augmentation and art placement. The augmented reality toolkit showcases a creative dimension, enabling users to seamlessly visualize and experiment with different wall colors. Additionally, the art position demonstration allows precise placement and visualization of artworks within spaces. These creative elements contribute to the holistic solution, enhancing the user experience by not only addressing functional needs but also elevating the aesthetic aspects of space design. This amalgamation of functionality and creativity reinforces our project as a versatile solution for envisioning spaces and achieving precise object measurements.
Faculty Mentor : Prof. Mukesh Tiwari
Guided By : Prof. Bakul Gohel
Group Members :
202201231 - Harmit Khimani
202201232 - Kshitij Patel
202201234 - Anshu Dhankecha
202201235 - Hemal Ravrani
202201239 - Aryan Solanki
202201363 - Harsh Mangukiya
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