MoCap4Robotics

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Motion Capture Computer Vision OpenCV PS3 Eye Python

Active Development

Overview

MoCap4Robotics is an innovative project developing a cost-effective motion capture system using PS3 Eye cameras. This open-source solution aims to provide an affordable alternative to expensive commercial systems like Vicon, making motion capture technology accessible for robotics applications, research, and education.

Key Features

Cost-Effective

Utilizes affordable PS3 Eye cameras instead of expensive specialized hardware

Multi-Camera Sync

Synchronized multiple camera feeds for accurate 3D tracking

Real-Time Processing

Live data processing for immediate feedback in robotics applications

Open Source

Customizable solution for various robotics projects

Technical Implementation

Core Technologies:

Python for main application logic
OpenCV (compiled from source) for image processing
PS3 Eye cameras for video capture
Web interface for system control and visualization

Setup Instructions

1. Dependencies Installation


# Compile OpenCV from source
git clone https://github.com/opencv/opencv.git
cd opencv
mkdir build && cd build
cmake ..
make -j4
sudo make install

2. Application Launch

Run the application and access the web interface:

python app.py
# Open the static IP address shown in terminal

Development Goals

Enhance multi-camera synchronization accuracy

Improve 3D tracking algorithms

Optimize real-time data processing

Expand documentation and usage examples

Create educational resources for implementation

Links

GitHub Repository Documentation