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PuzzleBoard Calibration Targets
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Click "Design My Pattern" to customize your PuzzleBoard. If you already have a vector pattern, enter the final board size (up to three decimal places) in the pricing tool, then select "Upload Artwork" to preview your digital proof. Proofs are for layout reference only and may not reflect final print quality. Read More

  • 12mm Polyurethane (Natural Matte)
  • 2mm Polyurethane (Natural Matte)
  • 3mm ACM
  • 3mm Acrylic - Front Surface Printing
  • 3mm Polyurethane (Natural Matte)
  • 6mm ACM
  • 6mm Polyurethane (Natural Matte)
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  • Special $56.44
  • Ultra Matte $96.75

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PuzzleBoard - Adding Lightweight Position Encoding to Checkerboard Targets

This video demonstrates the PuzzleBoard calibration target — a pattern that combines checkerboard structure with lightweight positional encoding. Each section of the board is uniquely identifiable, even at low resolution or when only partially visible. For calibration accuracy, PuzzleBoard targets should be printed on a rigid substrate rather than paper.

PuzzleBoard Calibration Targets

Fast Turnaround - Any Custom Size or Shape - Made in the USA

Non-Repeating Geometry for Robust Camera Calibration

PuzzleBoard calibration targets are designed for high-accuracy camera calibration where traditional checkerboards and repeating patterns introduce ambiguity.

By using non-repeating, puzzle-like geometry, each feature on the board is uniquely identifiable — enabling reliable calibration even when the target is partially visible, viewed at steep angles, or used across multi-camera systems.

Integrated directly into FoamCorePrint’s online Pattern Generator, PuzzleBoard allows you to design and print a custom calibration target on the substrate of your choice.

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Why Choose PuzzleBoard?

Non-Repeating Features (No Ambiguity)

Each feature is geometrically unique, eliminating false matches common with repeating patterns.

Works When the Full Board Isn’t Visible

PuzzleBoard remains effective when the board is cropped, rotated, or captured at extreme angles.

More Reliable Calibration Results

Unique feature correspondence improves intrinsic and extrinsic calibration stability.

Scales Cleanly to Large Boards

PuzzleBoard maintains accuracy at larger physical sizes without introducing repetitive artifacts.

PuzzleBoard Detection Under Real-World Occlusion

This video demonstrates PuzzleBoard feature detection in a real-world computer vision scenario, where the calibration target is partially occluded by a moving object (a person walking through the camera’s field of view).

Unlike traditional checkerboard patterns, PuzzleBoard does not rely on repeated geometry or full-frame visibility. Each region of the pattern is uniquely identifiable, allowing the detection algorithm to maintain reliable pose and correspondence even when sections of the board are temporarily blocked.

This capability is especially valuable in:

  • Robotics and autonomous systems
  • Multi-camera environments
  • Motion capture and tracking setups
  • Dynamic scenes where occlusion is unavoidable

The video highlights how PuzzleBoard enables robust detection and tracking without requiring a perfectly unobstructed view — a common limitation of conventional calibration targets.

Design Your PuzzleBoard Online

PuzzleBoard is fully integrated into our online pattern generator, making customization fast and straightforward.

You can:

  • Set exact board dimensions

  • Adjust feature density and spacing

  • Choose layout options

  • Preview your pattern before printing

All patterns are generated at true 1:1 scale, ensuring dimensional accuracy from design to finished board.

Material Options

Choose the substrate that best fits your environment and rigidity requirements:

  • 2mm Polyurethane (Natural Matte)

  • 3mm Polyurethane (Natural Matte)

  • 6mm Polyurethane (Natural Matte)

  • 12mm Polyurethane (Natural Matte)

  • 3mm ACM

  • 6mm ACM

  • 3mm Acrylic – Front Surface Printing

Manufactured for Calibration Accuracy

Every PuzzleBoard calibration target from FoamCorePrint is:

  • Generated at true scale

  • Printed with crisp edge definition

  • Produced with tight dimensional control

  • Shipped ready for immediate calibration use

Common Applications

  • Camera intrinsic & extrinsic calibration

  • Stereo and multi-camera systems

  • Robotics and autonomous navigation

  • SLAM and visual odometry

  • Industrial machine-vision inspection

What Is a PuzzleBoard Calibration Target?

A PuzzleBoard is a planar calibration target composed of uniquely shaped, non-periodic features. Because the geometry does not repeat, calibration algorithms can resolve correspondences more reliably — even when only a portion of the board is visible.

PuzzleBoard vs Other Calibration Targets

Feature
PuzzleBoard
Checkerboard
Charuco
Non-Repeating Geometry
Yes
No
Partial
Partial Board Visibility
Excellent
Poor
Moderate
Ambiguity-Free Matching
Yes
No
Conditional
Large-Format Accuracy
Excellent
Limited
Limited

Create Your Custom PuzzleBoard Calibration Target

Design your PuzzleBoard calibration target online, select your preferred material, and receive a ready-to-use precision calibration board built for real-world calibration workflows.

Puzzle Board Target: Design and Order Process

You will first need a pattern to get started, and we offer two easy design options to order your puzzleboard targets. You can use our pattern generator to complete your order or upload your own design. You'll choose your preferred finish options throughout the checkout process, then just a few clicks to enter each quantity and complete your order!

PuzzleBoard Pattern Generator

Adjust your PuzzleBoard's target details using our PuzzleBoard pattern generator. Change settings such as board height, width, the number of rows, columns, checker width, and start offset for both X and Y axes.

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Design Your PuzzleBoard Pattern

Upload Your Own Design

To begin your order with your own design. Click the button below, drag all files into the "file uploader," and proceed to update your board dimensions and finish options. View and approve your online proofs, and wait for delivery! View File Requirements & Helpful Ordering Tips.

  • Accepted file formats: .pdf, .ai, .eps, and high-resolution full-scale .tiff, .tif, .jpg, .jpeg, and .png files.

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Helpful Ordering Tips When Uploading Your Own Designs

These tips will help you through checkout and ensure your targets deliver the best results!

  1. Always submit full-scale 1:1 files and adjust the product dimensions to match your file size If necessary, use decimals (this will avoid unwanted scaling).

  2. Upload vector PDF or AI file format in CMYK color mode for optimal print results.

  3. Double-check to compare your file size to each product size during the proofing process. Make sure they are 1:1. If they are not, you can either remove the files and reupload the corrected versions or update the product finish size to match the file size (repeat step one).

  4. FoamCorePrint is not responsible for incorrect patterns or finished product sizes due to improper scaling of customer-submitted artworks.

  5. Submit your files for review - We encourage first-time customers to contact our customer support to review all print files before placing orders via live chat or email.

Why FoamCorePrint?

Award-Winning Customer Service

Our US-based customer support staff is ready to answer any questions during the ordering process and can assist via live chat, phone, and email.

Manufactured In The USA

We proudly print, cut, and ship each target to order in-house in Southern California.

Guaranteed Quality

We guarantee you'll love your high-quality calibration targets. If you don't, we'll be sure to make it right. Learn More

Enjoy Flexible Ordering

Order what you need when you need it, and get discounts buying more in bulk.

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Frequently asked Questions

FAQ

What makes a PuzzleBoard calibration target different from a checkerboard?

PuzzleBoard patterns use non-repeating, uniquely identifiable features so that calibration software can recognize portions of the target even if the whole board isn’t visible. Traditional checkerboards rely on repeating corners and typically require the entire pattern in view for accurate detection, which can limit calibration in partial-visibility or wide-FOV setups.

Do I need special software to use a PuzzleBoard pattern?

PuzzleBoard targets can be used with most standard camera calibration tools and libraries (e.g., OpenCV, MATLAB), just like checkerboards or Charuco boards — as long as the software can detect grid features. However, detection performance and compatibility depend on your specific calibration implementation. If you have a custom calibration pipeline, be sure it supports the type of pattern feature points you generate.

Can PuzzleBoard calibration targets be used if only part of the board is visible?

Yes. One of the key advantages of PuzzleBoard is that even small image sections are unique, allowing calibration software to identify the pattern and position without needing the full board in view. This helps in environments where full visibility is difficult to achieve.

What sizes should I choose for my calibration board?

You should size the calibration target so that it fills most of your camera’s field of view (FOV) during calibration — this typically yields better estimation of lens parameters and distortion, especially at the image edges. Small boards that fill only a fraction of the view tend to produce less constrained solutions.

Can I upload my own PuzzleBoard pattern file to print?

Yes. You can upload your own vector pattern (e.g., SVG, PDF) into the pricing tool. Enter the final board dimensions in inches (up to three decimal places), then click “Get Started” to upload and preview your design. Your uploaded pattern will be printed at true 1:1 scale. (Proofs are for layout reference and may not reflect final print appearance.)

Is a PuzzleBoard suitable for multi-camera or stereo calibration?

PuzzleBoard targets can be very effective for multi-camera calibration because the unique feature layout helps with correspondence and reduces ambiguities across different viewpoints. Always ensure that your calibration software supports the pattern type you’re using for best results.

What software libraries support camera calibration targets like PuzzleBoard?

Common tools that support planar calibration targets include:  OpenCV (widely used in robotics and machine vision)  MATLAB Computer Vision Toolbox  Various photogrammetry and SLAM packages  Many libraries include built-in support for checkerboards, Charuco, and AprilGrid patterns; custom decoders or feature detectors may be needed to extract PuzzleBoard features reliably.

How many images should I capture for accurate calibration?

For reliable calibration results, it’s generally recommended to capture multiple images from varied angles and distances, ensuring the target fills the view. This helps the algorithm constrain intrinsic parameters (like focal length and distortion) more effectively. (Standard practice suggests capturing at least 10–15 diverse frames.)

Can PuzzleBoard targets also be used for camera pose estimation or tracking?

Yes. PuzzleBoard can also support pose estimation and marker-based object localization because its pattern encodes unique positional information that can be decoded even in low resolution.

What are some tips for Better Calibration?

  1. Use good lighting and place the board flat and stable in the scene.  
  2. Capture frames with significant variation in angle and distance.  
  3. Ensure the board fills most of the camera’s FOV.

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