Motive: Body

Unlock the full potential of human movement analysis with OptiTrack Motive: Body, the industry-leading software for precision motion capture.

Motive: Tracker

Engineered to track objects in 6DoF with exacting precision—with support for real-time and offline workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions

OptiTrack’s primary motion capture software is Motive. It’s a powerful platform designed for a variety of tracking applications. Key features include:

  • Motive:Tracker: For precise 6DoF (six degrees of freedom) tracking of rigid bodies, ideal for robotics, VR HMDs, and object tracking.
  • Motive:Body: Extends functionality to include full-body skeletal tracking for human movement analysis, animation, and biomechanics.
  • * Real-time data streaming: Stream high-quality motion data live into other applications.
  • Continuous calibration: Ensures your tracking volume remains accurate over time.
  • Data recording, playback, and export: Capture, review, and export data in various formats like FBX, BVH, C3D and CSV for further analysis.

OptiTrack software, particularly Motive, is versatile and used across a wide range of industries and applications. Some of the most common use cases include:

  • Virtual Production: Providing precise camera and object tracking for film and broadcast.
  • Movement Sciences: Detailed human movement analysis for biomechanics, sports science, and rehabilitation.
  • Virtual Reality (VR): Delivering low-latency, wide-area tracking for immersive VR experiences.
  • Animation: Capturing performances for character animation in games, film, and education.
  • Robotics: Enabling accurate tracking and navigation for drones, ground robots, and industrial robotics.
  • Engineering: Validating designs and analysing mechanical movements.

OptiTrack provides robust integration options for popular development platforms. This is primarily achieved through:

  • NatNet SDK: A free and open SDK that allows developers to stream real-time tracking data (including 3D points, rigid bodies, and skeleton data) into custom applications or third-party software.
  • Dedicated Plugins: OptiTrack offers free plugins for major platforms such as Unreal Engine, Unity, and MotionBuilder. These plugins simplify the process of bringing live OptiTrack data into your projects for VR, animation, and more.
  • Support for industry standards: Built-in support for protocols like VRPN and trackd facilitates integration with various existing pipelines.
Why Tracklab Leads with OptiTrack Solutions

Discover why Tracklab is your leading source for motion capture. Combining OptiTrack’s advanced technology with our unmatched system expertise and a commitment to excellence, we deliver tailored solutions that ensure precision, efficiency, and exceptional results for every project.

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