OpenSpace3D 1.8.1

OPENSPACE3D V1.8.1 : New update

OpenSpace3D 1.8.1 allows to create applications with the Oculus Rift DK2!
Expecting an Oculus Rift under the Christmas tree? Start creating applications or video games with OpenSpace3D!
Several fixes and enhancements, including physics fluid volume management to simulate floating objects (buoyancy).

 

OpenSpace3D 1.8

OPENSPACE3D V1.8 : New release

OpenSpace3D 1.8 brings a multitude of new features and improvements!
Among them an update of the Leap Motion and Myo devices and the implementation of a new version of Newton physics engine 3.
And of course plugITs documentation was updated and complemented.

 

Dual Myo

DEVICES UPDATE

The new version of MYO plugIT now allows connecting multiple armband at once.
The Leap Motion PlugIT allows to manipulate physical objects through the management of the forces applied on each finger as well as the management of the “VR” mode to connect the Motion Leap with the Oculus.

 

LOTS OF IMPROVEMENTS

New demos with “FPS demo”, first person view game level using a physic game play and the new version of “FPS navigation” plugIT, “Environment” will allow you to manipulate the weather and “Solar system VR” for a virtual tour of the solar system with the Oculus and Leap Motion.
Ergonomics has been improved in the edition of the plugITs to display a gizmo on the Distance plugIT or select objects by clicking in the 3D view.
New plugITs allow you to manipulate objects with the mouse, to create a transition on water and sky or to create animation paths.
Last but not least, navigations and interfaces PlugITs, such as the button, can now be used with the multi touch on Windows Pro tablets.
To view the details of the changes go to the download page.

 

Environment
Solar VR

 

AND STILL MORE

The physics engine has been updated with Newton 3.
Import of 3D formats support has been improved with the update of the Assimp library.
A multitude of aditional fixes and improvements, and integration of the requests of our users.

 



OpenSpace3D 1.7

OPENSPACE3D V1.7 : New release

OpenSpace3D 1.7 introduce the support of standard 3D files formats! You can now import directly your FBX, Collada, 3DS, OBJ and 40 more 3D files formats.
To follow we have the support of the MYO armband from Thalmic Labs, the update of Leap Motion support and more new features.

 

OpenSpace3D eBook

THE FIRST OPENSPACE3D EBOOK

The OpenSpace3D team is proud to launch the first official eBook about the software. It is available in english and french versions.
Learn the basics and advanced features through step by step tutorials and take advantage of the launch offer with a -20% discount for a limited time.
The book is on sale from the this page.

 

NEW 3D MODELS LIBRARY

The Educartec company has decided to offer it’s 3d models library to all OpenSpace3D users! The library is composed of more than 150 models and you can install it optionally with OpenSpace3D 1.7.
“Educartec is a Brazilian company that develops technology solutions for education and human development. We have developers and partners in many countries. We aim to popularize innovative technologies for education and allow every citizen to have a quality education and training.”

 

MYO SUPPORT

After the Oculus Rift, the Leap Motion and a lot more, the MYO armband is now increasing the number of devices supported by OpenSpace3D! You are an happy owner of the Alpha or Beta version of the MYO armband from Thalmic Labs?
Enjoy now this exciting new device with OpenSpace3D !

 

Myo demo
MYO

 

AND MORE

The Leap Motion support have been updated and permit now to detect ordered fingers. You will have to install the Beta version of the Leap Motion driver available here: developer.leapmotion.com.
Domotic X10 plugITs are now distributed with the standard OpenSpace3D setup. Control your home, lights or any electric component with voice command, Leap Motion or Myo with only two plugITs!
The 3D engine have been updated to Ogre3D 1.9.
To not change the habits, we made a lot of corrections and enhancements, integrated our user’s requests and updated the plugITs documentation.

 

Arduino robot
Leap motion V2
 




Arduino robot arm

A 3D printed Arduino Robot Arm controlled with OpenSpace3D software and Leap Motion controller with Virtual world physics repercussion on the real Arm.