Optical Motion Capture
PhaseSpace Hardware
The IMPULSE motion capture system has some of the most sophisticated and technologically advanced hardware. All of this technology was designed specifically to make motion capture easier. PhaseSpace has taken all the hard work away from the user and packed it into the hardware. The entire system consists of only a few elements, each designed to be powerful and portable.
IMPULSE CAMERAS
Resolution: 3600 x 3600 (12 Megapixel)
using two linear detectors with 16-bit dynamic range. Subpixel Resolution of 30,000 x 30,000
at 480 Hz.
DIMENSIONS: 4.25" x 3.62" x 2.17"
WEIGHT: 0.5lbs
LED BASE STATION
This
2.4 Ghz Transceiver synchronizes the LED controllers with the server.
The LED Base Station also outputs outside time sources such as GEN-LOCK
and IRIG-B.
DIMENSIONS: 5" x 3" x 1.2"
WEIGHT: 0.3lbs
SERVER COMPUTER
The IMPULSE System runs efficiently on a single server computer. Utilizing an AMD 64 processor, the server machine collects and processes data from up to 24 cameras. The server outputs 3D position data at 480 Frames per Second. Latency is less than 10ms latency. Multiple clients can connect through a network or even via the internet.
DIMENSIONS: 12.75" x 8.75" x 8.5"
WEIGHT: 12.5lbs
IMPULSE ACTIVE LED
Each
LED modulates at a unique frequency resulting in a unique digital ID.
LEDs are available in Red visible and Infra-red versions.
DIMENSIONS: 0.8" x 0.55" x 0.125"
WEIGHT: 4.5 grams
LED CONTROLLERS
The
LED Controller, an RF transceiver, utilizes an onboard microprocessor
to control up to 72 LEDs. Battery life is 2 to 4 hours of continual
use, up to 8 hours of typical use. The IMPULSE system can use multiple
LED Controllers simultaneously.
DIMENSIONS: 5" x 2.75" x 0.85"
WEIGHT: 0.2lbs
IMPULSE CONFIGURATION
The
IMPULSE system uses standard CAT-5 ethernet cables to connect between
the cameras, basestation, and server. This allows for maximum user
customization. Each server, using a single processor, can connect and
power up to 24 IMPULSE cameras. The base station provides an RF signal
to the LED controller. The RF channels can be adjusted to circumvent
any radio interference. Each LED controller can drive a maximum of 72
active LEDs.
MOCAP SUITS
PhaseSpace offers a form fitting spandex suit that allows the user to
easily get in and out of any capture session. The suit comes with
built-in wire channels and LED mounting points. Made from breathable
lining material, the suit allows for maximum comfort with minimal
embarrassment. Just put on your LEDs and you're ready to boogie.
Dressing up your mocap actor no longer becomes a chore.
