Can Triangulation Solve My Computer Vision Problems with 2 Webcams?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the use of triangulation methods with two webcams to measure the distance and speed of an object. Participants explore the challenges of determining the angles of the webcams relative to the object and seek resources for beginners in this area.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses difficulty in finding the angles needed for triangulation and requests beginner resources.
  • Another participant suggests measuring the angle using a protractor if the camera is mounted vertically and the object is on a horizontal plane.
  • A third participant provides a link to a book that contains relevant information, indicating it has a chapter dedicated to the topic.
  • One participant reiterates the need for an automatic solution for measuring angles instead of manual methods.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on the best method for determining angles, as participants offer different approaches and suggestions without resolving the challenges presented.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not clarified the specific setup of the webcams or the conditions under which measurements are taken, which may affect the applicability of the proposed methods.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in computer vision, particularly those using webcams for measurement and tracking applications.

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I am using 2 webcam to measure the distance and speed of an object. I am considering using triangulation methods but i am facing problems how to find the angle of each webcam to the object? Since we need 2 angle and the distance between 2 webcam to find the distance between webcam and the object.

I am a beginner on this subject, so anyone can suggest a very beginner book for me?
 
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ngkamsengpeter said:
I am using 2 webcam to measure the distance and speed of an object. I am considering using triangulation methods but i am facing problems how to find the angle of each webcam to the object? Since we need 2 angle and the distance between 2 webcam to find the distance between webcam and the object.

If your camera is mounted on something vertical and your object is on a horizontal plane, just pull out a protractor and measure the angle the camera makes with the vertical.

wiki's a good place to start
 
story645 said:
If your camera is mounted on something vertical and your object is on a horizontal plane, just pull out a protractor and measure the angle the camera makes with the vertical.

wiki's a good place to start

I want it to be everything automatic.
 

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