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1. Seeing Machines signs EST as Distributor
2. Ascension Technologies ReActor 2 released
3. Now avaliable from EST: Pro Systems ProView 3D series
4. New products: 3rdTech DeltaSphere
5. EST launches new Website
6. New Releases and Patches
6.1. Sense8 WorldToolKit Release 10 available
6.2. Kaydara announces MOTIONBUILDER 5
6.3. Evaluation version of VirtualHand for V5 now on Immersion Website
6.4. Reachin API 3.2 released
6.5. SensAble Technologies delivers Phantom 1.0A and 1.5A now with parallel input only
6.6. New Firmware for Polhemus Liberty
7. Shows

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1. Seeing Machines signs EST as Distributor:

Seeing Machines has developed four human performance measurement tools to assist in the study
of human behaviour.
faceLAB™ analyses head pose and eye behavior, in environments way beyond the laboratory.
With faceLAB's easy setup, you are free to get what you really need - the most naturalistic data from
your subject, experiment or application - in real-time. No wires, no magnets and no helmet.

For use on the road, in the air or in simulators, faceLAB™ provides a robust and flexible stereo-vision
solution for research into driver fatigue, distraction, human workload management systems and intelligent
vehicle applications. Day or night.

Human Performance Measurement - Real Time. Real World. Real Data. faceLAB™ - made to measure.
Really.

faceLAB 3.0
Released in May 2003, faceLAB 3.0 is the latest version of Seeing Machines gaze tracking technology. Features
of this latest release include:
- New automatic creation of front-only head models (Autoinit).
- Improved head tracking algorithms, allowing tracking in a greater range of head poses, e.g. Z axis rotations.
- Improved image intensity control - more responsive, less overshoot.
- A variety of command line options reducing the time needed to get your faceLAB™ session started.
- Simultaneous logging of real-time and accurate data to the network.
- A choice between real-time and accurate display modes.
- A "Snap-to-Gaze" feature for quick fine-tuning of world model construction.
- A Head-Pose prediction slider for logging the anticipated head pose for real-time applications.
- Numerous user interface improvements.
- Improved automatic image intensity algorithm improves tracking in fluctuating lighting conditions.
- Compatible with windows XP - allowing networked control of faceLAB™ through remote desktop.

2. Ascension Technologies ReActor 2 released:

Ascension Technology released the ReActor 2 (R2), an advanced motion capture system employing digital, active-optical
technology. R2 is the next generation of Ascension’s successful ReActor tracking system which introduced wireless, clean,
lightweight infrared active-optical tracking to the mocap market.
R2’s 544 digital detectors are embedded in a 12-bar modular frame for complete tracking coverage. As with its predecessor,
R2 offers Instant Marker Recognition to eliminate nearly all occlusion drop-outs. Robust, new algorithms improve accuracy,
reduce noise and provide consistently clean data throughout the capture space.
Unlike other motion capture systems in which frequent calibrations and breakdowns are the norm, R2’s rugged, one-piece
frame eliminates tripod alignment headaches and the need for camera calibration. Once the system is set up, data capture
can begin immediately. R2’s FusionCore software provides complete diagnostics and real-time visualization of system
parameters.
To guarantee performance, each R2 installation is done by Ascension technicians who set up the system, train users,
and integrate the R2’s outputs with users’ software.

3. Now avaliable from EST: Pro Systems ProView 3D series:

The ProView 3D series is the solution for all your real-time 3D graphics and video presentation. The unit is a self-contained system,
that functions as an out-of-the-box solution.

Any active stereo source connected to the ProView is automatically converted into a passive 3D presentation. With low-cost
polarized glasses a medium to large number of people can experience the true value of stereographic pictures.

The ProView 3D series use polarized filters and glasses. A special designed on-board interface ensures the conversion of one active
stereo signal into a passive stereo presentation. Two high performance single chip DLP projectors are integrated to provide crystal
clear images. Some application areas are: medical scans, offshore drilling analysis, Architecture, product design en presentation,
and 3D entertainment.

The ProView is available in different type to cater to your specific needs:

Pro View Professional
SXGA projection (1280x1024)
6000 ansi Lumen
Pro View frame buffer free decoder
Ready to go all in one frame
Integrated polarising filters
25 standard glasses
3D silver screen

Pro View Advanced
XGA projection (1024x768)
6000 ansi Lumen
Pro View frame buffer free decoder
Ready to go all in one frame
Integrated polarising filters
25 standard glasses
3D silver screen

Pro View Basic (new)
XGA projection (1024x768)
5200 ansi Lumen
Pro View frame buffer free decoder
Ready to go all in one frame (blue)
Integrated polarising filters
25 standard glasses
3D silver screen

4. New products: 3rdTech DeltaSphere:

Performance, precision, and portability in a compact design-the DeltaSphere-3000 breaks new ground in 3D scanning
and scene reconstruction. Based on research from the Computer Science Department of the University of North Carolina
at Chapel Hill, the DeltaSphere-3000 uses a time-of-flight, modulated beam laser rangefinder to rapidly produce panoramic,
accurate 3D point sets. These data sets can be combined with color information (captured with the optional, integrated,
high-resolution digital color camera) to produce extraordinarily detailed and accurate 3D scenes.

Features:

- Compact, self-contained, portable system
- Computer controlled, high-precision, long-range, laser scanning from 0 to 40ft
- Automatic 150°elevation by 360° azimuth scanning with no manual intervention
- High speed capture - complete scenes ranging from 10 - 30 minutes; 25,000 samples/second
- Built-in Ethernet connectivity for communication with your PC or laptop
- Optional, integrated digital color camera with wide FOV for full color scenes

5. EST launches new Website:

As some of you may have already noticed EST's new Website is now online at http://www.est-kl.com. Our intention was
to make it easier for you to get the information you need as easy and fast as possible. Our partner page was also reworked.
For more information about our partners, please see: http://www.est-kl.com/partner/partner.html
Please excuse any inconveniance caused by the relaunch.

6. New Releases and Patches:

6.1. Sense8 WorldToolKit Release 10 available:

Sense8 Incorporated announced the availability of WorldToolKit Release 10. The new release builds on WorldToolKit's
powerful and efficient framework by enabling high-performance rendering effects such as dynamic shadow casting and texture
blending, while adding a powerful keyframe animation system and flexible plug-in development architecture. WorldToolKit is
Sense8's portable, cross-platform software development system used for building high-performance, real-time, integrated
3D applications for scientific and commercial use.
WorldToolKit builds upon its strong foundation by providing the following enhancements:

- Texture Blending
- Dynamic Volumetric Shadow Casting
- Enhanced Runtime Type System
- Plug-in Architecture
- Comprehensive Geometric Shape Support
- New Sound Support
- New Sensor Drivers
- Texture Maps from Video/Movie files
- Time-based Animation System
- XML Scene Graph File Format
- 3DS Max Plug-in
- Support for Sense8's new Terrain Module
- Release 10 will support Win/98/2000/XP, sgi, Sun, and Linux.

6.2. Kaydara announces MOTIONBUILDER 5:

Kaydara Inc. announced the upcoming release of MOTIONBUILDER 5, the latest version of the company's powerful
real-time 3D character animation software. Building on Kaydara's ten years of experience working with the world's leading
production companies, MOTIONBUILDER 5's advanced technology makes sophisticated, highly realistic animation attainable
without the large teams and budgets traditionally associated with high-end projects such as blockbuster feature films.

MOTIONBUILDER 5 is a complete 3D animation solution that includes many of the same high-end character animation tools
designed for larger professional production houses but with competitive pricing and a customized toolset for the unique needs
of smaller production studios. New character animation features in MOTIONBUILDER 5 include:
- The New Story-Timeline allows users to easily edit 3D animation tracks in combination with audio, video and constraints.
A new independent camera track allows producers, special effects directors and 3D artists to work out camera shots and timing
independently of the animation timeline for maximum flexibility.
- Enhanced Character Animation functionality includes added support for quadruped characters, hand floor constraints, finger
and toe controls, squash and stretch and additional neck bone controls.
- Photorealistic Real-Time Rendering built upon Kaydara's industry-leading real-time architecture for instant, accurate real-time
feedback as well as fast final renders. MOTIONBUILDER's rendering engine takes full advantage of hardware capabilities available
through OpenGL and nVidia technologies.
- Natural Usability and Workflow improvements include enhanced F-curve and property editors, comprehensive undo and
customisable shortcuts.
- Built-In Clipart Library makes getting started simple with sophisticated characters, environments, textures, motions and more.
- Unmatched File Format Support makes moving 3D assets in and out of MOTIONBUILDER painless. New support in version 5
includes OBJ, DXF, 3DS, mp3, AAC file format as well as new FBX partners including Wings3D and RealViz.

6.3. Evaluation version of VirtualHand for V5 now on Immersion Website:

Immersion is now offering a 30-day evaluation version of our new 3D Interaction software -
<http://www.immersion.com/3d/products/virtualhand_for_v5.php>
VirtualHand for V5-Design. Together with one of the CyberGlove®-based hardware products,
the plug-in allows you to reach in and touch your <http://www.3ds.com/en/brands/catia_ipf.asp> CATIA designs.

To obtain the evaluation software please <http://www.immersion.com/3d/products/trialSoftwareRegistration.php> fill out the
form on the Immersion Website. To learn more about the product features visit <http://www.immersion.com/catia>
www.immersion.com/catia. If you don't yet have CATIA V5 and would like information on how to obtain a copy to use with
our free trial VirtualHand for V5 software, please contact us at mailto:immv5trial@est-kl.com.

6.4. Reachin API 3.2 released:

Reachin Technologies AB released the Reachin API version 3.2, a software package with support for true 3D graphics and haptics.
Reachin API 3.2 includes enhancement such as:
- Windows XP support
- Support for two new haptic robot devices -Freedom 6S and 6-dof DELTA

6.5. SensAble Technologies delivers Phantom 1.0A and 1.5A now with parallel input only:

SensAble delivers the Phantom 1.0A and 1.5A with parallel port connection only. PCI and ISA interface cards will not be shipped
any more.

6.6. New Firmware for Polhemus Liberty:

Polhemus releases new firmware for the Liberty. To recieve the new firmware and a list of the bugfixes
please contact us at mailto:polhemus@est-kl.com

7. Shows:

During the next three months you can visit us at the following events:

CURAC 2003
Maritim Hotel Nuernberg
November, 04-07, Nuernberg, Germany
http://www.curac.org/curac2003

Our latest product overview can be downloaded at http://www.est-kl.com/est_vr.pdf