Motion capture (MoCap) has gained significant attention across various industries for its high-precision tracking, efficient production, immersive visual presentation, and strong interactive capabilities. From its early applications in film and animation to its current roles in scientific research, rehabilitation, and virtual simulation, MoCap technology plays a key role in numerous fields. Currently, the main types of MoCap technology are optical motion capture and inertial motion capture. CHINGMU has gained widespread recognition for its high accuracy, low latency, robustness, and broad versatility in meeting the needs of a global clientele.
As an industry-leading MoCap brand, CHINGMU was founded in 2015 and is a high-tech enterprise headquartered in Shanghai, China, with branches across the country. The company focuses on computer vision and artificial intelligence technologies, specializing in the development, production, sales, and service of 3D intelligent perception and human-computer interaction systems. CHINGMU provides customized end-to-end solutions to meet the diverse application needs of various industries. The company is recognized as a national high-tech enterprise and a leading innovation-driven company in Shanghai.
CHINGMU boasts a powerful research and development team, with nearly 50% of its workforce dedicated to R&D. The team is composed of highly skilled and experienced professionals, showcasing exceptional innovation and project execution abilities. With over 10 patents and more than 50 software copyrights, CHINGMU has launched a series of cutting-edge MoCap cameras, including the high-end Kunpeng (K) series, the enterprise-level MC series, the first domestic underwater MoCap camera UW4000, the desktop-level D series, and the lightweight Prometheus designed for smaller teams and individuals. These cameras, combined with CHINGMU’s self-developed MoCap software, provide high-precision, superior MoCap experiences. Additionally, the R series reference cameras enhance precision and flexibility.
CHINGMU’s technical expertise is further demonstrated by its K26 camera, one of the highest-resolution cameras globally, offering 26 megapixels and a maximum capture distance of 90 meters. The MC series MoCap camera boasts ultra-high resolution, 2.5m low latency, and a wide 89°x89° field of view, capturing data from up to 80 meters. The UW underwater camera offers IP68 protection, 100m underwater depth capability, and high-speed underwater tracking with long battery life, enabling 24/7 operation.
CHINGMU also holds the Guinness World Record for capturing over 40 characters simultaneously, making it the first MoCap brand to achieve this milestone. In addition to rigid body capture, CHINGMU technology can capture facial expressions, human body movements, soft body dynamics, quadruped motion, and even finger movements. This breakthrough in MoCap technology enhances the creative process, making it more efficient while ensuring higher quality. It also contributes to scientific research in fields like humanoid robots, robotic hands, underwater soft robots, and more.
Film, Animation, and Gaming:
Customized solutions combining hardware and software to enhance creative processes, shorten production cycles, reduce labor and time costs, and produce high-quality works. CHINGMU provides services for both commercial and educational applications.
Notable Collaborations:
Film and animation works such as Fangren Cultivation, Perfect World, Guanshiliang, King of the Sky, Miracle: The Clumsy Kid, The Battle at Lake Changjin – Water Gate Bridge, and games such as Soccer Master and Basketball Master.
Digital Humans:
CHINGMU offers a rich portfolio of virtual human customization services and pioneered real-time virtual idol livestreaming in China. Their end-to-end services include virtual idol creation, virtual live streaming, digital employees, and virtual brand ambassadors, covering digital human modeling, driving, content production, offline recording, and multi-scenario interaction.
Notable Collaborations:
Virtual human projects such as YAOYAO, the virtual host for Hunan Broadcasting, Yun Youyou for Crossfire, Cheng Luoluo, the digital spokesperson for Dynamic Zone, Nai Si, Mengniu’s first virtual employee, Sihimaru, Bilibili’s virtual idol group, Jinju, the first virtual anchor on Douyin, and Huli LiLi, a million-level virtual anchor on Kuaishou.
xR/Virtual Filming:
By using specialized cameras and background screens, CHINGMU integrates real-life shooting with virtual backgrounds, creating immersive, fully integrated virtual worlds. Their powerful real-time rendering and tracking technology ensures high-quality, realistic filming, while offering cost-effective and efficient production solutions. CHINGMU has partnered with numerous visual teams to create spectacular audiovisual experiences in fields like film creation, virtual concerts, variety shows, product launches, advertisements, and educational events, establishing a leading position in China’s virtual field.
Notable Collaborations:
CCTV productions such as Tipsy Yantai: Share the Night, Pride of China, and Safe Journey 2022; Dongfeng Nissan Teana launch, Intel MechMaster laptop launch; Durex X Volvo Valentine's Day ad, Aotu New Year ad; and virtual reality applications at Chongqing Foreign Economic and Trade University, Shanghai Film Art Vocational College XR teaching.
Virtual Reality (VR):
CHINGMU integrates VR/AR, MoCap, and other technologies to create highly realistic virtual environments for immersive interaction. Their optical positioning system combines with CAVE projection systems, virtual reality engines, and human-computer interaction modules to provide real-time feedback, enhancing the sense of realism during close interactions with virtual objects. They also offer extensive solutions for large-space VR applications, having delivered virtual reality training systems for emergency response, aviation, and more.
Notable Collaborations:
Tsinghua University Simulation Lab, Sinopharm Group Medical Simulation Showroom, Liaoning Medical Vocational College Medical Simulation Training, and Starcore Theme Park in Guizhou’s new cultural tourism project.
Life Engineering:
CHINGMU’s MoCap systems are used in gait analysis, kinetic testing, and physiological research, supporting biomechanics, clinical research, rehabilitation, and health management applications.
Notable Collaborations:
Peking University Medical Department’s Knee Replacement research, Solid Brain-Controlled Medical Company’s Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Navigation, and customized software for Shanghai University of Sports' Ping Pong Motion Analysis.
Scientific Automation:
With advantages like high precision, low latency, and robustness, CHINGMU’s technology is applied in exoskeletons, humanoid robots, bionic robots, industrial robots, drones, surgical navigation, and more.
Notable Collaborations:
Zhejiang University, School of Control Science and Engineering: Research on robotic arm control
Zhejiang University, College of Oceanography: Underwater operation of soft robotics
Shanghai Jiao Tong University, School of Electronic Information and Electrical Engineering: Research on drone swarm control
Huazhong University of Science and Technology, School of Shipbuilding and Ocean Engineering: Ship testing experiments
Xi'an Jiaotong University, School of Automation: Collaborative AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) research
Southeast University, School of Automation: Research on multi-wheeled mobile robot formation control
Zhejiang University of Technology, School of Mechanical Engineering: Research on dexterous robotic hands
Kunming University of Science and Technology: Research on exoskeleton robots
Shanghai University of Engineering Science, School of Textiles and Fashion: Motion tracking for sports bras
CHINGMU has received multiple prestigious awards in fields such as image recognition and innovative applications, including:
2nd Sci-Fi Planet Awards: Best Sci-Fi Creative Technology Nominee
2023 China Film Technology Forum: Excellence in Film Innovation Technology
2023 International Visual Effects Summit: Outstanding Exploration Award
CAIRDC 2021 Pearl Award: Image Recognition Technology Innovation
NEO 2017: Best Interactive Device of the Year
VRSD 2017: Best Motion Capture Brand
VR ZINC AWARDS 2016: Best Motion Capture Technology Company of the Year
CHINA BANG AWARDS 2017: Best VR/AR Product
2019 "New Cup" Financing Roadshow: Best Creative Award
Shenzhen Cultural Expo 2018: Excellent Display Award