Immersion Introduces New 3D Digitizing Product- MicroScribe G2; Faster Data Transfer, USB Compatibility, New Industrial Design.Business Editors/High Tech Writers Immersion Corporation Immersion Corporation of San Jose, California, is a developer of haptic technology. The company was founded in 1993.[1] Immersion's technology is employed in automotive, entertainment, medical training, mobility, personal computing, and three-dimensional , (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : IMMR IMMR Internal Memory Map Register ), a leading developer of 3D and force-feedback products and technologies, today released the MicroScribe(TM) G2, a new line of 3D digitizing products that provide faster data transfer and more portability than previous models. The MicroScribe G2 allows design engineers, game developers, animators and industrial designers to physically capture the properties of 3D objects and translate them into digital 3D models, which can be virtually manipulated, in a matter of minutes A Matter of Minutes is an episode from the television series The New Twilight Zone. Cast
"The MicroScribe G2 is the most cost-effective, fully portable 3D digitizing product available on the market today," said Greg Belaus, director of the 3D business group for Immersion. "Immersion developed this new product in response to customer feedback on the original MicroScribe, introduced in 1996. The demand for 3D-related content continues to grow in the gaming, computer animated film, industrial design and medical industries. Immersion 3D products, like the MicroScribe, continue to provide these industries with the tools required to meet their design demands." How It Works With the MicroScribe G2, a designer can create a digital version of a physical object by using the tip of the articulated arm to trace the contours of the object to build complex 3D data sets. Designers can use most standard software applications with the MicroScribe to transform the data sets generated from the tracing points, lines or other geometric shapes This is a list of geometric shapes. Generally composed of straight line segments
For example, if you want to capture the dimensions of a race car, you take the tip of the MicroScribe and trace points along the outside of the car. This movement tracks the contours of the car, and the MicroScribe takes the measurements for you. Then, the information is translated into data points, processed by your design software and a 3D rendering will appear on your screen. The 3D model can then be manipulated electronically on your desktop. USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. Compatibility The new MicroScribe has two communication ports, USB and RS-232 serial. The new USB port A USB socket on a computer or peripheral device into which a USB cable is plugged. See USB. allows designers to plug the MicroScribe G2 into their laptop or desktop computer without the need for a separate power module. Portability is an important feature for designers who need the flexibility of connecting the MicroScribe to their laptop anywhere they go. USB also increases the data transfer rate from the MicroScribe to your design software. Contemporary Industrial Design The industrial design of the articulated mechanical arm features a new slate colored finish, a significant departure from the original bordeaux finish. Similar to the first MicroScribe, optical encoders are located in each of the five joints, while a custom microchip resides in the base and calculates the XYZ XYZ interj. Informal Used to indicate to someone that the zipper of his or her pants is open. [ex(amine) y(our) z(ipper).] position of the tip. MicroScribe Utility Software Immersion created a new version of MicroScribe Utility Software, formerly called InScribe in·scribe tr.v. in·scribed, in·scrib·ing, in·scribes 1. a. To write, print, carve, or engrave (words or letters) on or in a surface. b. To mark or engrave (a surface) with words or letters. . This software produces MicroScribe compatibility for applications lacking native MicroScribe support and contains a robust feature set. The software supports both USB and serial interfaces and remains compatible with all MicroScribe digitizing arms. This software ships with all MicroScribe G2 products. Software Compatibility The following companies completed a beta program designed to develop MicroScribe G2 USB support for their next software release: Robert McNeel & Associates, Revware inc., GHOST 3D LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control , HighRES Inc., PicaSoft, Delcam plc, and Licom Systems Ltd. Through the products of these companies and other tools, all MicroScribe digitizing systems are compatible with Maya, 3ds max, Rhino 3D, Autodesk VIZ, Mastercam, PowerSHAPE, CADKEY, AutoCAD, solidThinking, Pro/ENGINEER, Softimage|XSI XSI - X/Open System Interface , LightWave 3D, formoZ, SolidWorks, and Unigraphics, among others. Enhanced Software Developers Kit A new enhanced software kit will be available online for free at www.immersion.com. The enhanced SDK (Software Developer's Kit) See developer's toolkit and Windows SDK. SDK - Software Developers Kit (or "Software Development Kit"). allows users to develop their own Windows 98, NT, 2000, Me or XP applications for the MicroScribe G2. Developers can implement their own digitizing routines and create custom applications. MicroScribe Customers Well-known studios like PDI/DreamWorks use Immersion 3D products to digitize characters and prop models for use in films such as Shrek. Game developers also use Immersion 3D products to create detailed virtual characters from physical models for animations, interactive games, and multi-user environments. The MicroScribe can also be used as a 3D mouse to control view locations, set light source locations and even define animation trajectories in real-time. CAD/CAM CAD/CAM in full computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing. Integration of design and manufacturing into a system under direct control of digital computers. designers at companies such as Fiskars use the MicroScribe to reverse engineer designs by taking measurements of existing products and digitizing them. This allows designers to make changes virtually to existing product designs and create new versions of a product. Mechanical engineers and product designers also use the MicroScribe to scan objects for rapid prototyping Building a part one layer at a time using a method of additive fabrication such as 3D printing. Such parts are used for concept modeling to determine if the product design meets the customer's expectations. and product design evaluation. Medical instrument manufacturing and software companies such as NOMOS NOMOS Knowledge Acquisition for Normative Reasoning System , use the MicroScribe as a portable orientation device that is suitable for ultrasound positioning, surgical positioning, surgical, n the surgical repositioning or tilting of a tooth without injuring its blood supply. simulation and training. Pricing and Availability The four models of the MicroScribe G2 are available for purchase through Immersion distribution channels and resellers, and may be purchased directly from Immersion. Contact microscribe@immersion.com for sales information. ------------------- --------------------- --------------------- ------ Model Accuracy Levels Size Price ------------------- --------------------- --------------------- ------ MicroScribe G2 Up to 0.015 in. 50 in. work sphere $3,495 ------------------- --------------------- --------------------- ------ MicroScribe G2X Up to 0.009 in. 50 in. work sphere $3,995 ------------------- --------------------- --------------------- ------ MicroScribe G2L Up to 0.017 in. 66 in work sphere $4,995 ------------------- --------------------- --------------------- ------ MicroScribe G2LX Up to 0.012 in. 66 in. work sphere $5,495 ------------------- --------------------- --------------------- ------ Accessories such as a support tripod, carrying case, hand switch, double foot pedal, digitizing platform and fixturing putty, needle tips and ball tips are also available. Upgrade Program for MicroScribe -3D Customers Owners of MicroScribe-3D products will be given the opportunity to purchase an upgrade to the new MicroScribe G2 electronics, including USB support and product recalibration. Details of this program will be announced during Q3 2002. About Immersion (www.immersion.com) Founded in 1993, Immersion Corp. is a recognized leader in developing, licensing and marketing haptic haptic /hap·tic/ (hap´tik) tactile. hap·tic adj. Of or relating to the sense of touch; tactile. haptic tactile. technology and products. Bringing value to markets where user/ product interaction needs to be made more compelling, safer or productive, Immersion helps its partners develop and increase competitive advantage and broaden market reach by making the use of touch sense feedback as critical a user experience as sight and sound. Immersion's technology is deployed across personal computing Refers to users working on their own computers rather than a terminal to a mainframe. Sometimes, the term refers to using computers at home for work and/or entertainment in contrast to business use only. See personal computer. , entertainment, medical training, automotive and three-dimensional simulation markets. Immersion and its wholly owned subsidiaries Wholly Owned Subsidiary A subsidiary whose parent company owns 100% of its common stock. Notes: In other words, the parent company owns the company outright and there are no minority owners. hold over 160 issued patents worldwide. This media alert contains forward-looking statements, including in particular statements about future development plans and efforts. Forward-looking statements made in this press release are based on current information, which we have assessed but which by its nature is dynamic and subject to rapid and even abrupt changes. Immersion does not undertake any obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding the development and performance of touch-enabled technology. Immersion's actual results might differ materially from those stated or implied by such forward-looking statements due to risks and uncertainties associated with Immersion's business which include, but are not limited to, delay in or failure to achieve commercial demand for Immersion's touch-enabled technology products. Risks and uncertainties related to Immersion's business in addition to those described above are further outlined in Immersion's Annual Report on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. and its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q Form 10-Q See 10-Q. . These reports are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These factors may not constitute all factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in any forward-looking statement. Immersion is not obligated ob·li·gate tr.v. ob·li·gat·ed, ob·li·gat·ing, ob·li·gates 1. To bind, compel, or constrain by a social, legal, or moral tie. See Synonyms at force. 2. To cause to be grateful or indebted; oblige. to revise or update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release. Note to Editors: Immersion and MicroScribe are trademarks of Immersion Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners |
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