MAX-R Project

🎬 𝗠𝗔𝗫-𝗥 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗹: 𝗧𝘄𝗼 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗫𝗥 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 We’re excited to share our latest showreel, highlighting the key advancements made in the first two years of the MAX-R project. 🌐 MAX-R, a 30-month Innovation Action co-funded by the European Union and Innovate UK, brings together 11 partners from across Europe to develop cutting-edge tools and innovations for creating, processing and delivering high-quality XR content. 👁 The new reel provides a glimpse into solutions developed by the consortium - real-time production tools, large-scale immersive experiences, advanced virtual production techniques and tools aiming for the general democratisation of XR content creation. From real-time colour grading and virtual asset creation to adaptive VR streaming, these advancements are setting 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗫𝗥 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 🔎 With six months of the project remaining, we’re now focused on integrating and validating these tools, ensuring they meet industry needs for efficiency, ease of use and quality. ▶ https://lnkd.in/exUeAGhu Universitat Pompeu Fabra | Disguise | Foundry | FilmLight | Brainstorm | ARRI | Improbable | BBC | Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg | Animationsinstitut | Hasselt University | CREW Brussels European Commission | Innovate UK #MAXRProject #XRInnovation #VirtualProduction #EUInnovation #ImmersiveMedia #ARVR

✨ Unlocking the future of XR at TechTalks Stuttgart ✨ On October 22, Filmakademie’s Albrecht Ade Studio transformed into a hub of XR innovation, hosting the latest edition of TechTalks Stuttgart. Highlights included: 🔹 EMIL-XR: Volker Helzle and Andreas Dahn introduced the European Media & Immersion Lab, featuring our R&D's Lighthouse project FATE OF THE MINOTAUR - an immersive VR-journey designed for up to four players. 🔹 MAX-R Project: Simon Spielmann and Jonas Trottnow shared advancements in the Mixed Augmented and Extended Reality Media Pipeline (MAX-R), including AI-assisted tools that push high-quality XR content creation to new levels. 🔹 Hands-on demos: Attendees tested the latest versions of our R&D’s Digital Locations and AnimHost. They also had a chance to step into virtual reality for an unforgettable encounter - coming face-to-face with the Minotaur. 🎥 Missed it? Catch the full stream here: https://lnkd.in/ej3XjFmt TechTalks Stuttgart is an initiative of Animation Media Creators Region Stuttgart (AMCRS) | MFG Medien- und Filmgesellschaft Baden-Württemberg mbH | Film Commission Region Stuttgart | Stuttgart Media University | Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg | Animationsinstitut. #amcrs #TechTalks #XR #innovation #animation

Completion of initial development on our project prototypes!! 🎉 Disguise recently showcased their progress at an internal showcase, presenting advancements across key areas like: - Depth Reprojection algorithm improvements - Upcoming OCIO integration - Reimaging workflow for seamless system coordination - Upgrades to our Porta content control system - RSConnect streaming protocol integrated into the metaverse with Improbable! This event was a rewarding experience for the team and an invaluable opportunity to test demos for upcoming conferences and industry expos. https://lnkd.in/dVeEh6hK

🌧️ Event Rescheduled: Third-Party Professionals Validation 🌧️   Due to the severe weather impacts and floods in Valencia, Brainstorm has decided to postpone its much-anticipated Third-Party Professionals Validation event to December. Originally set for November 13, the event was to bring together industry experts for in-depth demonstrations and validation of Brainstorm’s latest tools. While our facilities remain intact, the regional infrastructure has been significantly impacted, creating challenges for safe access.  We're committed to hosting this event once Valencia recovers and look forward to a successful gathering in December. Thank you for your understanding, and we extend our thoughts to all those affected. Stay tuned for updates! More: https://bit.ly/3YYBtjG

🚀 Exciting progress at the Joint CREW-UPF workshop on testing Wi-Fi NeSt-VR Adaptive Video Streaming! 🎥🕶️ The UPF team recently visited the CREW facilities in Brussels to test the innovative NeSt-VR algorithm in a large-scale, professional environment. They evaluated the algorithm’s profiles—Balanced, Anxious, and Speedy—in real-world mobility scenarios with both single and multiple users, achieving great results! 📶 Streaming on 6GHz Wi-Fi outperformed 5GHz, showing better VR streaming robustness and user experience. Want to learn more? Check out the project's web page! #VirtualReality #WiFi6GHz #AdaptiveStreaming #VRStreaming #TechInnovation

𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗔𝗕𝗪 𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟮 Join us for an exciting evening of innovation and insights at the Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg. 📅 Tuesday, October 22, 2024 🕔 6:30 PM 📍 Albrecht Ade Studio, Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg, Ludwigsburg 🎟 Free admission – everyone is welcome 💡 TECH TALKS STUTTGART in collaboration with the Animation Media Creators Region Stuttgart (AMCRS) The R&D team from the Animationsinstitut will present latest developments on the MAX-R project. You’ll gain valuable insights into key advancements in XR technologies and have the opportunity to test selected project outcomes on-site, including the DIGITAL LOCATIONS demonstrator, which exemplifies the advanced virtualisation of shooting locations for virtual productions, and AnimHost, an AI-assisted system for real-time animations. Expect engaging discussions and a chance to connect with industry experts. 🎮 If you're up for an adventure, come early and join our sibling project EMIL-XR during their public gameplay session of the VR experience FATE OF THE MINOTAUR. Secure your spot by signing up through the booking link: https://shorturl.at/wTQDt We look forward to seeing you there! #MAXRProject #XR #VirtualProduction #EUInnovation #ImmersiveMedia #TechTalks

UPDATE: VOTINGS CLOSED 🌟 Exciting news! Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg's location-based VR experience, FATE OF THE MINOTAUR, has been shortlisted for the XRC Community Award (nextReality.Hamburg e.V.). We’re happy to see our team's work and creativity recognised, and now we invite you to support us. 💟 If you believe in the power of immersive storytelling, please take a moment to cast your vote for FATE OF THE MINOTAUR by October 13: https://lnkd.in/eyZDS2xk

Big news from IBC 2024! The BBC R&D team presented a paper on Live Music in Virtual Immersive Spaces, focusing on "2.5D" techniques to enhance live music experiences in virtual environments. The study explored innovative ways to use multiple video streams, allowing users to shift perspectives during performances. The team also shared a blog post detailing the technical challenges and methods behind capturing the music. You can explore the captured audio and video content, along with detailed insights, on the MAX-R website! #VirtualReality #ImmersiveExperience #LiveMusic #Innovation #MAXR https://lnkd.in/dEg_ajtD

Great news for baseball fans! MLB and Improbable have teamed up once again to bring the Virtual Ballpark to life, offering an immersive and interactive experience every Wednesday in September. With advanced technology, fans can not only watch the games in real time but also connect with each other, creating a dynamic social atmosphere from anywhere in the world. 🌍 Read more https://lnkd.in/dMBKHyf2 #Max-R #Innovation #Baseall #MLB #VirtualExperience #FanEngagement #SportsTech

🌟Jury Reveal🌟 We are thrilled to introduce the international jury for the European XR Awards® Competition! They will bring their unmatched expertise and insights to evaluate this year’s XR narrative and gaming submissions. 🥽 𝟑 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭 to submit your XR narrative or game (deadline: 20 Sept.) https://lnkd.in/enf4QM9M 📅 Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated European XR Awards Ceremony® on 𝟏𝟎 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 to witness who will take home this year's Crystal Owls! Register now: https://lnkd.in/g-R2nQs 💫 Meet our Jury Members: Marine Haverland, Mathieu Gayet, Sönke Kirchhof, Pauline Marlière, Lorena González, Christophe Hermanns, Francois Klein 👨🏼💻, Isabel De Peuter-Rutten, David Grogna and Ricard Gras. #stereopsia24 #europeanxrawards #jury #innovation