Kinect

Hello community!   i was watching this video posted by @Exsstas  https://derivative.ca/community-post/asset/3-templates-kinect-skeleton-visualization/63863 and suddenly I remembered I had to share another file.

In this tutorial we look at how to create a basic interactive particle system by using the Kinect v2 (works with Azure too), Optical Flow and particlesGPU. We especially have a closer look at the particlesGPU, so you can easily customize the look and behaviour of the particles to your needs.

I have always seen the Render Pick function, mainly used with the mouse. However, I have always wanted to control it with a Kinect and finally in the last months I came up with a personal solution that allowed me that!

Here is templates for three different approaches to visualize Kinect joints data: points, lines and metaballs with some custom parameters. In the video tuitorial I explained it in more details and share some ideas how you can use it later to create very different looking outputs.

Crystal Jow creates a fully generative scene that combines techniques like Rutt-Etra displacements, Kinect player index data, particles, noise, colour palettes, and more! It highlights how quickly you can put together interesting generative scenes in TouchDesigner.

Sensors output a lot of data. Kinects, Leap Motions, and touchscreens all output a wide range of data and tracking regions. The reality of our industry is that we often only need a small region of interest within that larger sensor space.

Finally, the result of my "absolutely useless" annunced project.I interfaced a retro console with a Kinect without any network, serial or other data communication.J ust physical connections with relays.It hab been fun to play with all those wires!  Thanks to the KyberTeatro for hosting and helping!