3DMA
3D Motion Analysis
3DMA is a product for biomechanical analysis based on optical motion capture. It has his own motion capture engine and biomechanics modules. Each package has been tailored to specific applications. Whether you are interested in gait analysis, running analysis or a certain joint assessment, there is a 3DMA protocol that will suit your needs.
3DMA features
These are some of the main features.
Real Time
Metrics, graphs and biofeedback
True 3D
360° view of the scene and motion
100-360 FPS
High frame rate ensures finest data
Accurate
Marker tracking error under 1mm
Full body
Single joint to full-body assessment
And much more...
Comparison mode, integrate other devices, etc.
Gait
Performs gait analysis with maximum data power (research) and ease of use (clinical)
What does it consist of
Perform gait analysis either on tape or on the ground with a minimum of 6 3D optical capture cameras. In a matter of seconds you will have a complete report as well as access to all the biomechanical curves. Contrast the results against a normality database. Complement your room with real video cameras, pressure platforms, force platforms or surface electromyography.
Available protocols
- Lower body and full body protocols based on Helen Hayes
- Rizzoli-based lower body protocol
Cycling
The ultimate solution for 3D cycling analysis and bike fitting, based on optical motion capture.
What does it consist of
Collect real-time, full-body, biomechanical data instantly – then use the system to accurately measure the final bike adjustments in 3D, and hand a detailed, personalized report to the customer.
3DMA also allows connecting to a webcam or high-speed video camera working at the same speed as the 3d system (100FPS).
The software license is permanent. You can use your own Windows 10/11 laptop or desktop.
The purchase includes unlimited remote assistance for the installation (we'll supervise every step through a remote application) as well as the initial training of the user. Our technical team will guide you through the first recordings and tests until you are comfortable -- no need to worry about this.
Available protocols
- Cycling analysis full-body on free trainer
- Cycling analysis full-body on fixed trainer
- Bike measurements (Road, TT-Aero & MTB)
Golf
Performs gait analysis with maximum data power (research) and ease of use (clinical)
What does it consist of
Perform golf swing analysis in 3D and from 100 to 360 FPS.
In a matter of seconds you will have a complete report as well as access to all the biomechanical curves.
Complement your room with video cameras, pressure platforms, force platforms or surface electromyography
Available protocols
- Swing de golf
Jump
Performs hop analysis with maximum data power (research) and ease of use (clinical).
What does it consist of
Perform jump analysis in 3D and from 100 to 360 FPS. In a matter of seconds you will have a complete report as well as access to all the biomechanical curves. Complement your room with video cameras, pressure platforms, force platforms or surface electromyography.
Available protocols
- Counter Movement Jump
- Squat jump
Running
The ultimate solution for 3D running and gait analysis.
What does it consist of
Carry out the analysis of the race either on tape or on the ground with a minimum of 6 3D optical capture cameras and from 100 to 360 FPS.
In a matter of seconds you will have a complete report as well as access to all the biomechanical curves. Contrast the results against a normality database. Complement your room with pressure platforms, force platforms or surface electromyography.
Available protocols
- Lower body running analysis
- Full body running analysis
Human
Perform analysis of any joint in the body with maximum data power (research) and ease of use (clinical).
What does it consist of
Perform the analysis of any part of the body individually in 3D. In a matter of seconds you will have a complete report as well as access to all the biomechanical curves. Complement your room with pressure platforms, force platforms or surface electromyography.
Available protocols
- Protocols of the different joints for functional assessments
- Full body protocols
- Physical assessment protocols (Star Execution Balance Test o Landing Error Scoring System)
EDDO Biomechanics
The portable solution for 3D motion capture analysis
What does it consist of
EDDO is like a 'little version' or portable version of 3DMA. It is also a 3D system and works at a very high speed (max 120 FPS), but it only analyzes one side of the body simultaneously.
Available protocols
- March
- Running
- Cycling
What is a protocol?
The ease of use is one of the main goals of all 3DMA products. However, this should not be at odds with providing rich and meaningful data… So how is this balance achieved? In 3DMA, each analysis protocol is made up of 6 components that help conduct the analysis very efficiently.
Markerset
Automatic labeling
3D view
Visual graphics
Metric dashboards
Report templates
What is included in 3DMA
3DMA comprises a broad set of software and hardware.
Software
Anual license. The software license is valid for one year and includes updates and support throughout the year.
Compatible with Optitrack, Vicon, Simi, C3D and TRC files
Setup configuration
4 to 20 cameras, according to your needs
From 50 to 1000 FPS
Integrations
Compatible with third-party devices
Real video, Force Platforms, Pressure mats, ANT+ devices, EMG data
Training & Support included
Our technical team will guide you through the first recordings and tests until you are comfortable
In Spanish and English, and in less than 24 hours. STT's support is one of the pillars of its services and for which it is most recognised.
3DMA case studies
Users who have trusted 3DMA attest to its usefulness.
3DMA FAQs
- CPU: Intel Core i5 (i7 preferred). It is highly recommended to have a 4-cores processor (it is mandatory for systems with 8 or more cameras).
- RAM: 8 GB (16 GB peferred).
- HD: 4 GB for installation, depending on the product. You’ll need more space for the captures database, specially if you plan to add real-time video.
- Enough free USB ports (no HUBs) for capture cameras (depends on the amount of cameras).
- OS: Microsoft Windows 10.
- Mid-range NVIDIA graphic card compatible with DirectX 12 recommended.
- If you plan to add real-time video you will need two independent USB controllers (one controller for capture cameras, one for video camera). USB 3.0 controller is required if using IDS uEye cameras or Logitech BRIO.
From 50 Hz up to 360 Hz; depending on the camera. Check the camera options below.
It depends on the movement that is going to be analyzed. Gait or cycling movements can be captured at 50-100 FPS, whereas a golf swing requires a higher frequency.
In terms of marker position tracking, its precision is directly dependent on the camera resolution and camera spacing. Based on general configurations (a 5x6m, 6-camera Sports 3DMA system or a 100FPS, 4-camera Cycling 3DMA system for instance) marker precision is <1mm, and any user has the means to check this out.
The system is calibrated with the help of a rod that has equally-spaced markers. Any time after calibration, the user can check the quality of the calibration by moving around this rod inside the capture volume and getting real-time readings of the actual distance between rod markers. This is a particular type of capture protocol in which the system just reads distances. Both the instant measurements and the moving averages are displayed. The error for these readings inside a well-calibrated volume is <1mm, and that’s a distance between pairs of markers – therefore the individual positioning error is even smaller, about half of that, in any case also <1mm.
3DMA systems work indoor with any standard light sources like halogen lamps or fluorescent lamps. There is no need to turn off the lights or work in darkness. However, you must be careful to avoid direct sunlight inside the capture area. Curtains or windows shutters will help you avoid this.
Protocols are a combination of software tools tailored to analyze a specific gesture or sport. Each protocol involves:
- a marker configuration
- a list of graphs
- relevant biomechanical parameters
- certain automatically calculated events
- dashboard
- a report template
All of these are carefully designed and work together to facilitate the user’s work. The goal: to move from data collection on to data processing and result display as fast as possible.
It depends on the software license. Check the protocols available here
To learn more visit the Analysis Protocols page.
The system is calibrated only once, after the camera installation. Note that you will have to calibrate the system again if the cameras are moved. Just for the sake of maintenance, it is advisable to re-calibrate the cameras once every month.
15 minutes the first time you do it, 3 minutes for proficiency users.
It depends on the size of the room and the movement you need to analyze. A standard setting would be:
- Cycling: 4 or more cameras
- Running, golf and gait: 6 ore more cameras
- Other movements and big labs: 8 or more cameras
Typically a webcam, for instance, a Logitech c920 or Brio, but also a high-speed camera such as IDS UI-3240LE-C-HQ for a higher frequency and better resolution.
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It depends on the size and form of the room, the movements that are going to be captured and the number of cameras needed. Contact us and we would help you to select the best camera configuration on your room.
- Full body analysis
- One side analysis
- Road bike measurements
- MTB bike measurements
- TT bike measurements
Yes.
It depends on the room space but a standard configuration would work with 4 cameras at 100 Hz.
Yes, some of our customers set the cameras on tripods. However, it is not as practical as EDDO Biomechanics as it takes 1 hour to set everything from the beginning.
From 50 up to 240 Hz depending on the camera model. 100 Hz is the standard configuration.
No. It is an accurate tool that provides with almost all the bike fitting parameters and some references.
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