Hybrid 3D
A system based on Trifocal Depth Capture is providing a way towards reliable depth maps with only minimal additional effort on set compared to 2D. During postproduction dense depth maps are estimated allowing rendering additional virtual views with an individual virtual camera baseline optimally adjusted for the planned screening scenario.
Multi Camera Content Creation
In the European FP7 research project MUSCADE Fraunhofer HHI develops calibration and assistance tools for multi-camera setups that enable high-quality 3D production for next-generation 3DTV with no need for special glasses.
Panoramic UHD Video Production
Fraunhofer HHI provides a complete end-to-end system for the real-time acquisition and projection of immersive, ultra high definition video panoramas. The approach is based on a flexible, mirror-based multi-camera rig - the OmniCam - that uses multiple HD cameras to capture UHD video panoramas. These videos are then exhibited with a flexible multi-projection system in order to provide the viewers with the immersive feeling of watching the event on-site from the very best seat - the HHI TiME Lab.
Virtual Eye Contact Engine
In video communication applications, the fundamental problem remains that users are looking onto the display and not into the camera. Due to this, the remote conferee does not perceive eye contact. However, the eye contact is one of the most important elements of non-verbal communication. Fraunhofer HHI developed the Virtual Eye Contact Engine that offers the required view for direct eye contact calculated from images captured by cameras mounted around the display.
STAN - Stereoscopic Analyzer
The Stereoscopic Analyzer (STAN) combines real-time image analysis with intelligent visualization tools and intuitive graphical user interfaces to assist cameramen and production staff in shooting the right stereo content for 3D post-production and 3D live events.