Japanese Scientists Create Mannequin Input Device

Posted on May 8, 2012

Researchers from SoftEther Corporation and the University of Tsukuba have developed the Qumarion, a mannequin input device. The goal behind the unique input device is to "simplify the manipulation and posing of human-like 3D CG models on screen."

The mannequin has 32 sensors on 16 different joints. Data from the sensors is transferred from the mannequin to a computer through a USB drive. The 3D model on the computer instantly mimics the movements made with the mannequin. Celsys, a provider of illustration and anime software, plans to develop software for the input device and sell it, packaged with the mannequin, for about $750. Take a look:


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