Marco Romero: Rift

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Tuesday, March 22, 2016

VR HARDWARE

I wanted to share with computer enthusiasts and business partners the specs of the VR hardware dedicated for Virtual Reality development; publish some configurations and potential for future works.

VR Hardware:

- Intel Dual Xeon Server http://goo.gl/6qFKat
- 3D Desktop Computer http://goo.gl/WqiqBp
- HTC Vive: http://goo.gl/388t4u
- Oculus Rift DK2 http://goo.gl/O9K6Pf
- Samsung Gear VR: http://goo.gl/vXcb7A
- Homido VR headset http://goo.gl/fCltxb
- Stratus XL Controller http://goo.gl/90s69J
- Kinect 360 Motion Sensor http://goo.gl/VVLG5r
- Kinect V2 Motion Sensor http://goo.gl/0D6NQ8
- VR Hardware: http://goo.gl/f22O9t
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti Superclocked http://goo.gl/bSbZkm
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Superclocked http://goo.gl/Yhh4fb

June 27, 2016

Thursday, February 25, 2016

Continuing with the intention to make performance testing applied to Virtual Reality this time I used the "VRmark" software in its preview version; since the 3Dmark company (famous in the benchmarks world) currently still has this software in development.

This application allows viewing on HMD and Screen; recreates a typical museum scene with four exhibitions primarily (dioramas type), offering to the viewer a strong impression. These scenes are fully animated, and is a spectacular display of different kinds of lights, glare and reflections, particle effects, simulations of fire, wind, displacement textures and self illuminated materials.

Has been developed to measure the capacity to handle VR scenes, but currently only allows the visualization without any score. It can be downloaded as a complement to the latest Beta version of "3DMark" (3DMark Holiday Beta) which contains eight benchmarks test of highest quality.

"3DMark" http://www.futuremark.com/benchmarks/3dmark

"VRMark Preview": http://www.futuremark.com/benchmarks/vrmark

http://www.futuremark.com/pressreleases/3dmark-holiday-beta-adds-vrmark-preview-and-new-ui

February 2016 - Marco Romero
www.marcoromero.net

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

SteamVR Performance Test

In order to check the ability of the hardware, I just did the test of "SteamVR Performance Test" application I found it really interesting because they use a scene with a robotic exploded view with very good animations, light effects and materials.

The application was created in order to be able to measure the capabilities of any computer for VR, in particular to validate the use of the HTC Vive (Valve business partner).

This application is completely free and can be downloaded from the indicated link, and does not require to have any HMD connected. Excellent application and more complete compared to the "Rift Compatibility Check" for the Oculus Rift.

"SteamVR Performance Test"
http://store.steampowered.com/app/323910
Desktop specs: http://goo.gl/WqiqBp

Related info:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/jasonevangelho/2016/02/22/valve-releases-free-steamvr-pc-performance-test-no-vr-headset-required/
http://www.geek.com/games/can-your-pc-cope-virtual-reality-steamvr-performance-test-will-tell-you-1647978/
http://www.pcgamer.com/download-the-steamvr-performance-test-to-see-if-your-pc-can-run-the-vive/

February 2016 - Marco Romero
www.marcoromero.net

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

PELICAN 1300: The perfect Protector Case for Oculus Rift DK2

PELICAN 1300: The perfect Protector Case for "Oculus Rift DK2"

Perfect size fit.

Easy to customize with Pelican 1301 Foam Set.

Light weight to carry.

Made for heavy duty.

PELICAN 1300 Protector Case
http://www.pelican.com/cases_detail.php?Case=1300

OVERVIEW

    Watertight, crushproof, and dustproof
    Easy open Double Throw latches
    Open cell core with solid wall design - strong, light weight
    O-ring seal
    Automatic Pressure Equalization Valve
    Stainless steel hardware
    Pick N Pluck™ with convoluted lid foam
    Lifetime Guarantee of Excellence

Interior (L x W x D)
9.17" x 7" x 6.12" (23.3 x 17.8 x 15.5 cm)

Exterior (L x W x D)
10.62" x 9.68" x 6.87" (27 x 24.6 x 17.4 cm)

Body: Polypropylene
Foam: 1.3 lb Polyurethane
Latch: ABS
Purge Body: ABS
Lid O-Ring: Polymer
Purge Vent: 3 Micron Hydrophobic Non-Woven PET
Pins: Stainless Steel
Purge O-Ring: 70 Shore Nitrile