About VLAB

VLAB is a high-end visualisation system that instantly displays 3D stereo environments based on its user position and movements.

VLAB studio-quality projection system renders and synchs 3D stereo graphics, tracks users based on optical signals, programs 3D scenarios/worlds and plays ambionic sounds. VLAB is a cube-shaped structure of 3X3X3 metres that allows in-depth 3D experiments and prototype developments.

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How it works

How does it work?

VLAB projects life-like environments with projectors outside its structure.

Stereoscopic LCD shutter glasses convey 3D environments in real-time and based on physical movements from a user inside VLAB.

Synchronisation of 3D worlds in VLAB is based on a cluster of graphic cards managed. VLAB's architecture is scalable to integrate more high-end visualisation software that can communicate.

VLAB Specifications

  • 3 cast acrylic walls milled together giving a virtually seamless views
  • Linoleum flooring for transmissive projections
  • Large allotted room for straight throw projections
  • Active Stereo Projection System with 120Hz vertical refresh 3000 ANSI lumens and native SXGA+ 1400 X 1050 resolution
  • 12 input/8 output ultra-wideband matrix switcher for high-resolution computer video and audio routing
  • Precision Position Tracking software tracking optical signals/sensors
  • Highly accurate (<0.25mm and <0.25mm over 3 square metres) head-mounted tracking devices for instantaneous surround stereo views
  • Hand-held devices with wireless trackers and directional buttons capable of selecting 3D objects
  • Ambionic sound system for spatial 3 environments and simulations

VLAB has been funded by Enterprise Ireland Research Infrastructure to help Irish companies to develop their R&D commercialisation potential both in prototypes and products. IADT School of Creative Technologies CCTA Research Lab