May be used to prepare for experimental research during a later quarter under ME292. Students must find a faculty sponsor. Previous work under ME291 may be required to provide background for experimental program. Faculty sponsor required. This course will give students direct experience with computational tools used to create simulations of human movement.
Examples are measurements of full body motions, facial expressions, or animal motions.
Motion Capture has a long tradition in the sciences and art. Early recordings go back to Muybridge in the late 19th century, and early applications of rotoscoping date back to Animation Features like Disney's Snow-white. The use of Motion Capture has been become of increased popularity, due to recent technological advances, and due to increased demand in entertainment and scientific applications.