ArUco markers are binary square fiducial markers that can be used for camera pose estimation. Their main benefit is that their detection is robust, fast and simple.
The aruco module includes the detection of these types of markers and the tools to employ them for pose estimation and camera calibration.
Also, the ChArUco functionalities combine ArUco markers with traditional chessboards to allow an easy and versatile corner detection. The module also includes the functions to detect ChArUco corners and use them for pose estimation and camera calibration.
If you are going to print out the markers, an useful script/GUI tool is place at opencv_contrib/modules/aruco/misc/pattern_generator/ that can generate vector graphics of ArUco, ArUcoGrid and ChArUco boards. It can help you to print out the pattern with real size and without artifacts.
@subpage tutorial_aruco_detection
Compatibility: > OpenCV 3.0
Author: Sergio Garrido, Steve Nicholson
Basic detection and pose estimation from single ArUco markers.
@subpage tutorial_aruco_board_detection
Compatibility: > OpenCV 3.0
Author: Sergio Garrido
Detection and pose estimation using a Board of markers
@subpage tutorial_charuco_detection
Compatibility: > OpenCV 3.0
Author: Sergio Garrido
Basic detection using ChArUco corners
@subpage tutorial_charuco_diamond_detection
Compatibility: > OpenCV 3.0
Author: Sergio Garrido
Detection and pose estimation using ChArUco markers
@subpage tutorial_aruco_calibration
Compatibility: > OpenCV 3.0
Author: Sergio Garrido
Camera Calibration using ArUco and ChArUco boards
@subpage tutorial_aruco_faq
Compatibility: > OpenCV 3.0
Author: Sergio Garrido
General and useful questions about the aruco module