Motion capture

Motion capture (also MoCap) is a way to digitally record human movements. The recorded motion capture data is mapped on a digital model in 3D software (e.g. Maya or 3D Studio Max) so the digital character moves like the actor you recorded. The motion capture technology is used in the entertainment industry for films and games to get more realistic human movements. A famous example of a movie with lots of motion capture technology is Avatar.

Xsens MVN - Animation Tool

The Xsens MVN is the animation tool for getting from idea to in-game animation in less than a day. The motion capture solution Xsens MVN is a full-body lycra suit (also available in straps) with 17 inertial trackers. Xsens MVN gives you freedom of movement because you do not need cameras, there is no occlusion and there are no lost markers. It is a flexible and portable motion capture solution that can be used indoors and outdoors. You can set up the whole system in 15 minutes. Xsens MVN has quick turnaround times and produces clean and smooth data that can save up to 80% post-processing time.

Xsens motion capture customers

Xsens MVN motion capture customers include Sony Pictures Imageworks, NBC Universal, 20th Century Fox, Double Negative, Daimler, Electronic Arts, Industrial Light & Magic and others.

Motion capture customer cases

The Xsens MVN motion capture technology is used in many applications by Xsens customers. These customer cases give you an idea on how the Xsens MVN can help you in your project:

> Commercial: Vestel
> Live performance: Skrillex
> Movie: ‘Paul’
> Game: Killzone 2
> TV animation: Stars on Ice

Motion capture software MVN Studio

The included MVN Studio Software has an easy calibration and gives a real-time preview on screen. You can simultaneously record and view the data. You can replay previously recorded motion data and edit the data in MVN Studio.

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Motion capture in making the movie Paul.