Overview
The customer required a number of products, including a 2.5m travel linear slide to be used as a camera tracker.
Objectives
- The animators required a number of different scan camera trackers (600, 1200 & 2400mm)
- Each tracker needed a position counter, vital for accurate scene retakes
- The slides should be able to be positioned upside down.
Solution
- A combination of MiniTec framework and LG Motion system build
- Custom positioner 2.5m travel
- Position counter
- Adjustable leveling feet
- Quick development and production
- Low cost.
Benefits Gained
- Enables the animator to freely & accurately move camera over 2.5m whilst filming
- Position counter enables accurate positioning for retakes of scene.
Products Used
- MiniTec framework
- High precision linear guide rails
- Stepper motor driven using a ballscrew system.
