The Pathfinder System, designed for 3D path flying of performers, cameras, and other objects, is a customizable system that works with the manufacturer’s Velocity 2 SIL3 winch controller. The Pathfinder software application uses a 3D graphics engine that can be used to create multi-dimensional paths with multiple objects moving and being displayed in realtime within the 3D user environment. The software features macros for assisted path creation and editing. Kinesys Core manages the playbacks and calculations, and includes features such as “handover,” allowing object control to be passed between Pathfinder users working on different devices within the same network. The system can also be controlled using a custom joystick console.
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