At the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) in Amsterdam, stYpe, a global provider of virtual studio production tools, introduced AI Glue, a new tracking system designed to enhance talent positioning in green-screen environments.
The system includes two or more tracking cameras, a data processor, a synchronization unit, and a calibration sample to accurately detect a person’s position within the studio.
AI Glue works without the need for active or passive beacons on the individual. It uses two high-precision sensors that perform skeleton and depth tracking, allowing talent to move freely around augmented reality (AR) elements. The system can track multiple people simultaneously and adjusts AR graphics based on the individual’s location. The tracking area can be expanded by adding more sensors, and it can also work with fixed-shot cameras.
StypeCentral Graphics Playout System
In addition to AI Glue, stYpe also introduced StypeCentral, a graphics playout control system for live and recorded studio productions. StypeCentral features a web-based interface that enables precise control of graphical elements such as player statistics and real-time graphics. It integrates with newsroom computer systems that support the MOS protocol, such as Avid iNews or Octopus, ensuring efficient management of graphics during broadcasts.
Radio Television Serbia (RTS) was the first broadcaster to use stYpe’s new workflow during the UEFA EURO 2024 and the Paris Olympic Games. StypeCentral helped RTS producers manage real-time graphics, player information, and other dynamic elements seamlessly in their newsroom workflow, significantly improving the studio’s visual capabilities.
GreenKiller Chroma Keying System
The GreenKiller software-based chroma keyer was another highlight at RTS. Integrated with the Unreal Engine and stYpe’s StypeLand, GreenKiller provides advanced chroma keying capabilities that maintain subtle color details and natural shadows on virtual sets without the need for additional hardware. This system enhances the realism of virtual productions, including effects like reflections, depth of field, and accurate representation of hair and liquids.
RedSpy Camera Tracking in Action
stYpe’s RedSpy camera tracking system was deployed in three RTS studios, ensuring smooth camera movements within the virtual space. Virtual Move, a feature of RedSpy, allowed dynamic shots from any angle, enabling flexible and realistic virtual/extended reality (VR/XR) workflows.
About stYpe
stYpe is a company specializing in virtual production and camera tracking systems used in live broadcasts, film production, and augmented reality (AR) environments. Their flagship products include the RedSpy optical tracking system, which provides real-time, accurate motion tracking for augmented reality graphics. RedSpy is notable for its ease of use, with quick setup and wireless capabilities, making it versatile for both indoor and outdoor applications.
News source: stYpe
