Mechdyne Launches Stereoscopic ACE Dual View for 3D Displays
 MARSHALLTOWN,
IA, July 29, 2010 - Mechdyne Corporation today announced the availability of
technology that makes it possible to produce two distinct user perspectives
from a single 3D digital projector. With the new ACE Dual-View
technology two people working in an immersive stereoscopic environment see a
different view of 3D images and, since both viewers are separately
motion-tracked, the images they see as they explore and interact are unique
to their view. This enables more natural discussion when viewing
virtual prototypes or navigating virtual scenes. Furthermore,
Mechdyne’s software will allow for each user to see the other user’s
position and orientation relative to the virtual world and the objects it
contains.
The first customer for an ACE (Advanced Collaborative Environment) Dual-View
capable system is a U.S. University, which will use the new technology in
conjunction with a CAVE designed and integrated by Mechdyne.
In nearly all 3D immersive display systems used today, the computer-generated
imagery is closely tied to a single, motion-tracked user whose viewpoint and
movements dictate what other viewers see. Previous attempts at creating
distinct images for different users in the same virtual work space relied on
multiple projectors, with higher attendant costs and complexity associated with
synchronization of the projectors and related issues.
Examples of potential applications and end-user benefits of a Dual-View
capable system include:
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Engineering review, such as
the design of an automobile interior within a CAVE system. Two
designers can view the simulation from different positions within the
virtual image. One view might be from the driver’s perspective, while
the second would be from the front or even rear passenger seat.
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Surgical simulations in which
an experienced practitioner may be observing or instructing a student in new
techniques. Simulation participants might face each other across a virtual
surgery table (horizontal 3D system), with both seeing a visually correct
image of the operation as it takes place.
“The breakthrough in development of Mechdyne Dual-View technology is a method
of driving one high-end DLP projector at higher refresh rates than standard
systems to produce two distinct pairs of left and right eye images,
synchronizing the different images for viewing with two separate pairs of
electronic 3D glasses and integrating the imaging system with motion tracking,”
said Kurt Hoffmeister, vice president of R&D at Mechdyne. “We are very excited
about the potential for this technology to benefit a wide range of our customers
in scientific and commercial fields.”
Mechdyne implemented its Dual-View technology on its HD ROVR visualization
system, using a Digital Projection Titan 3D 1080p projector, an optical motion
tracking system, and Mechdyne vGeo software.
A video demonstration is available on Mechdyne’s YouTube channel
http://www.youtube.com/user/MechdyneCorporation.
The Dual-View technology can be incorporated into any of Mechdyne’s
projection-based 3D visual environments, including CAVE and FLEX immersive
displays, single and multi-projector PowerWalls, PLEX, portable ROVR systems and
custom display configurations. Mechdyne can also specify and configure the
optimal graphics computing system for the required display and data.
Mechdyne’s CAVELib, Conduit and vGeo software are all compatible with Dual-View
technology, motion tracking systems and immersive displays allowing Mechdyne to
deliver a true turn-key, two-user immersive visualization environment.
About Mechdyne Corporation
Mechdyne Corporation is the world’s largest company dedicated to consulting
and development of turnkey advanced AV, immersive 3D, networked and
collaborative visualization solutions. An infoComm Emerald-certified AV
Solution Provider, Mechdyne projects have been recognized for excellence in the
annual AV Awards sponsored by Archi-Tech Magazine and infoComm International.
Mechdyne also was recognized for the “Best Killer New App” at InfoComm 2010 by
the rAVe Pro AV newsletter. The company addresses complex projects where
in-depth understanding of user requirements leads to the development of products
and customized solutions involving elements of display, graphics computing,
software and professional services. Headquartered in Marshalltown, Iowa,
Mechdyne serves a global customer base that includes leading government
laboratories, military research programs, energy companies and a variety of
‘edutainment,’ manufacturing, and other users of visualization technology.
For more information, visit
www.mechdyne.com.
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