Object Detection With ESP32 CAM and OpenCV
Object Detection With ESP32 CAM and OpenCV
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Object Detection with ESP-32 Cam
UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT
RAJASTHAN TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, KOTA
Object Detection
with ESP32 CAM
and OpenCV
This project explores a practical, low-cost method for object
detection using the ESP32 CAM module and OpenCV library.
We will implement a basic system capable of capturing
images, processing them for object detection, and
showcasing the results.
Aim and Objective
Aim Objectives
To create a simple object detection system using • Capture images using ESP32 CAM.
ESP32 CAM and OpenCV. • Process captured images using OpenCV for
object detection.
• Explore a practical, cost-effective method
for object recognition.
Hardware Requirements
ESP32 CAM Module
A low-cost microcontroller featuring an integrated
camera for capturing images.
FTDI Programmer
Used for flashing the ESP32 CAM with the required code.
Additional Components
Jumper wires, breadboard, power supply, USB cable.
ESP32 CAM
Module
A powerful, affordable, and versatile microcontroller with a
built-in camera.
Can be used to program Supplies power to the Faster than using a standard
different types of microcontroller during USB port for programming.
microcontrollers. programming.
Basic Electronics Components
Essential components for hobbyists and professionals to create electronic circuits.
They provide the building blocks for creating unique and functional electronic projects.
1 Jumper Wires
Flexible wires used to connect different components of a circuit.
2 Breadboard
A platform for prototyping electronic circuits.
3 Power Supply
Provides a source of power to the circuit.
4 USB Cable
Used to connect the circuit to a computer for data transfer and power.
Software Requirements
1 Arduino IDE 2 OpenCV Library
Used for uploading code to the ESP32 CAM module. A computer vision library used for processing
images and performing object detection.
2 Upload Code
Use the Arduino IDE to upload code to the
ESP32 CAM that captures images and sends
them to the computer or stores them locally.
Implementation – Step 2:
OpenCV Setup
OpenCV Installation
Install the OpenCV library using the pip package
installer (pip install opencv-python).
Object Detection
Utilize pre-trained Haar Cascades for basic object detection.
Implementation – Step 3:
Object Detection Process
Image Capture ESP32 CAM captures images
either on demand or at set
intervals.
ESP32 CAM has limited processing power for real- • Reduce image resolution for faster processing.
time object detection. • Implement lightweight models like
MobileNet for object recognition.
Security Considerations
1 Privacy Concerns
Secure communication between ESP32 CAM and the
processing unit is essential.
2 Data Encryption
When sending image data over Wi-Fi, encrypt the data
to prevent unauthorized access.
3 Real-time Surveillance
While ESP32 CAM can be used for home security,
implement additional encryption and secure protocols
for secure surveillance.
Thank you