| FEATURE |
DESCRIPTION |
BENEFIT |
ADVANTAGE |
| 544 digital detectors in fixed frame surrounds performer |
Detectors in frame surround performer and receive signals from markers. Compare to "cameras" in passive systems employing only 6-24 cameras. |
Unprecedented coverage of performer catches every move with far fewer occlusions than passive optical systems. |
True to life data. Spend less time cleaning data in post and more time animating. |
| 42 LEDs embedded in each active infra-red marker |
With 30 markers on the performer's body, a total of (30x42) = 1260 LEDs flash at 900 Hz. |
High Accuracy of 3 mm and wide angle field of view of each marker produce unprecedented coverage and highest quality data. |
True to life data. Spend less time cleaning data in post and more time animating. |
| Real-time engine |
From capture to rendering of character, there is a true real-time workflow. |
Allows director to direct characters rather than actors. Actors get real-time feedback of performance, and are able to modify behavior to suit the character. |
More realistic production. Less re-takes. More time focused on performance rather than the technology. |
| Instant Marker Recognition Technology (1) |
Each marker is tagged with individual identity and flash in time sequence so detectors always know location of marker. |
Virtually no occlusions, and therefore less data gaps. |
Spend less time cleaning data in post and more time animating. |
| Instant Marker Recognition Technology (2) |
Each marker is assigned to a body part via FusionCore Software. Performer can exit and enter tracking area without time-consuming recalibration. |
Performer can take a break without production delay. Performer is able to run from outside frame to inside the frame to achieve momentum in running sequences. |
Efficient production pipeline with extended flexibility. |
| Solid state electronics |
No moving parts, no cameras, no light bulbs. No maintenance. |
Less time and cost associated with maintaining, calibrating, and operating the system. |
No down time and more mocap time. Project real cost of system over time. |
| Prop tracking |
Multiple markers can be used in frame to track separate performers and props. |
Eases post production pipeline by tracking props in original mocap take. |
Efficient production pipeline with extended flexibility. |
| Solid cubic frame |
Sturdy aluminum frame with embedded detectors negates need for separate tripods. |
Easy set up and start up. No continuing calibration, no moving parts and no maintenance. |
Focus on the performers, not the technology! |
| TECHNICAL |
| Quantity of markers |
30 active optical markers; 27 LEDs per marker |
| Capture rate |
900 measurements/sec. |
| Interface |
Ethernet |
| Included software |
FusionCore™ capture controller for real-time visualization, editing, and export to applications software |
| Supported software |
Supports Kaydara MOTIONBUILDER™ and MOCAP™ and most animation packages |
| Metallic distortion |
None |
| Ambient light |
Auto compensation for changing light |
| Noise interference |
None |
| PHYSICAL |
| Computer |
Dual Pentium processor PC with ReActor interface and FusionCore software |
| Belt Pack |
5.08cm x 2.54cm x 11.7cm; 900 grams |
| Batteries |
5cm x 13cm; 227 grams / 30 min. life |
| Frame |
12 aluminum bars with linear sensor array |
| Height upgrade |
Increase to 3.0m (544 detectors embedded in this frame size) |
