Virtual RoboThespian

Product catalog summary

Overview: The Virtual RoboThespian is a browser-based tool developed by Engineered Arts that allows users to control and program the RoboThespian robot without the need for downloads or installations. It offers a dynamic and accurate simulation of the robot's movements, including realistic modeling of pneumatic and electric actuators.

Key Features:

Fully articulated with control over expressions, gestures, and voice.
Browser-based operation with no need for downloads.
Ability to create, edit, and save routines, including sounds, speech, and motion.
Text-to-speech functionality and the ability to upload custom sound files.
Customizable robot appearance and venue backdrop.
Intuitive control using mouse and keyboard, with 3D zoom and pan capabilities.
Integration with user software via TCP/IP and real-time data import/export.

Expert Add-ons: Advanced features for research institutions, including detailed actuator position tracking and integration with external software modules.

Licensing Options:

Tier 1: Standalone Admin License - Ideal for universities and research institutions, offering full feature access and local or external hosting.
Tier 2: Local Public License - Suitable for science centers, includes multiple user licenses and optional hardware.
Tier 3: Web-enabled License - Designed for public installations, offering a public-facing website and high-traffic server capabilities.

Hosting and Support: Virtual RoboThespian can be hosted locally or externally, with options for offline operation. Support packages and software upgrades are available, with specific terms for lease or purchase agreements.

Catalog excerpts

Virtual RoboThespian means anyone, anywhere, • Browser-based operation, no downloads or installations necessary. • Comes with ready-to-use sequences, or create your own • Fully articulated • Facial expression control • Body and head lighting and effects • Create, edit and store poses • Replay saved routines on any RoboThespian • Recall routines using personalised QR codes • Text to speech - prepare your own scripts for robothespian to deliver • Upload your own sound ﬁles • Customize your robot look • Intuitive mouse and keyboard manipulation of head, limbs, and torso • 3D zoom and pan • Backdrop can be skinned to match your venue • Works on Windows, Mac and Linux anytime, can build, edit and save RoboThespian routines, including sounds, speech and motion. With Virtual RoboThespian, what you see is what you get. Our online version tool is an accurate dynamic reﬂection of the motion you see on your real robot. Virtual RoboThespian will move between keyframe poses in accordance with real physics, including true-to-life modelling of the pneumatic and electric actuator motions. Expert Add-ons: • Track and store detailed information on every actuator position • Integrate with user software modules via TCP/IP • Drive a real robot using Virtual RoboThespian, or import data to the virtual version from RoboThespian, in real time • Further advanced useage and integration modes available for research institutions Virtual robothespian Virtual robothespian RoboThespian™ Engineered Arts Limited Unit 11 Kernick Business Park Penryn Cornwall TR10 9EW United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1326 378 129 Email: [email protected] • Control RoboThespian in your browser • No downloads or installation • Expression; gesture; voice • Completely articulated • Ready to use Photography: ©RoboThespian™ Engineered Arts Limited Design: c

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Licensing, Services and Support Virtual RoboThespian can be hosted locally, even directly on your RoboThespian model. Or it can be hosted externally, on a dedicated server supported by Engineered Arts. Tier 1: standalone admin license • Full access to all features of Virtual RoboThespian • Local or external hosting • Text-to-speech enabled • Ofﬂine operation (local hosting only) Ideal for a limited pool of content-generating users, for example universities and research institutions. Tier 2: local public license • Full access to all features of Virtual RoboThespian • Local or external hosting...

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Virtual RoboThespian

Virtual RoboThespian

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