Move.ai offers a video-to-3D motion capture platform that utilizes AI and computer vision to convert 2D video into high-quality 3D motion data, enabling real-time markerless tracking of human movement. This technology allows users to animate characters without the need for specialized suits or studios, facilitating efficient production in various environments.
Funding
$17.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional motion capture methods often require specialized suits, controlled studio environments, and extensive setup, making them expensive and limiting their use to specific locations. Animating 3D characters and objects can be a time-consuming and labor-intensive process, especially when aiming for realistic and nuanced movements.
Solution
Move.ai offers a video-to-3D motion capture platform that leverages AI, computer vision, and physics models to convert 2D video footage into high-quality 3D motion data. The platform enables real-time, markerless tracking of human movement, allowing users to capture motion data in any environment using standard cameras or phones. This technology facilitates efficient character animation and the creation of realistic visual effects without the need for specialized suits or studios. The captured motion data can be easily retargeted to various 3D animation software packages, streamlining the animation workflow.
Target Audience
The primary users are game developers, VFX artists, filmmakers, and researchers who require efficient and accessible motion capture solutions for character animation, virtual production, and motion analysis.
Features
- Markerless motion capture using single or multi-camera setups with phones and standard cameras
- AI-powered conversion of 2D video to 3D motion data with physics and biomechanical models
- Real-time motion tracking and post-processing capabilities
- Capture of up to 22 people simultaneously in any environment
- High-quality motion data including finger tracking
- Large volume capture, up to 5m x 5m spaces with Move One and up to 20m x 20m with Move Multi-Cam
- Easy retargeting with FBX and USD export to preferred 3D animation software