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| − | '''Project North Star''' is an | + | '''Project North Star''' is an [[augmented reality headset]] that was created by [[Leap Motion]]. A northstar headset uses a curved reflector. The headsets typically require calibration to correct for geometric distortions introduced by the reflector. There are multiple different versions, including the original release, and the [[Deck X]]. It is named "North Star" because it represented a guiding direction that Leap Motion wanted to go in. |
| − | + | Headsets can be partially 3D printed. | |
| − | A northstar headset | + | A northstar headset requires a computer to connect to using [[Displayport]] and [[USB]]. |
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| + | ==Hardware== | ||
| + | The Project North Star headset is an [[optical-see-through head mounted display]] (OST-HMD). Project North Star headsets use a reflector style design. | ||
| − | The | + | The original prototype headsets had a large field of view. The first open-source release shrunk it.<ref name="m787"/> |
| − | + | The original reference design specified by Leap Motion uses BOE VS035ZSM-NW0 displays.<ref name="f379">{{cite web | title=North Star Display (3.5 inch, 1440x1600 pixels, 120fps) | website=Smart Prototyping | date=2020-12-10 | url=https://www.smart-prototyping.com/Display-for-Project-North-Star-3_5inch-1440x1600-pixels%20Promotion%20sale | access-date=2024-09-28}}</ref> | |
| − | + | Project North Star headsets generally use an [[Intel T265]] and a [[Leap Motion Controller]]. | |
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| + | ==Versions== | ||
| + | * Release 1 - internal release<ref name="i989">{{cite web | title=Project North Star | website=Project Northstar | date=2023-06-17 | url=https://docs.projectnorthstar.org/project-north-star | access-date=2024-09-25}}</ref> | ||
| + | * Release 2 - first public open-source release<ref name="i989"/> | ||
| + | * Release 3<ref name="i989"/> | ||
| + | * Release 3.1<ref name="i989"/> | ||
| + | * Release 3.2<ref name="i989"/> | ||
| + | * Deck X<ref name="i989"/> | ||
| + | * Northstar Next<ref name="i989"/> | ||
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| + | ==History== | ||
| + | [[File:5 mechanical-rig2-768x1024.jpeg|thumb|Project North Star headset prototype]] | ||
| + | Prototype reflectors were 3D printed using VeroClear resin.<ref name="m787">{{cite web | title=Our Journey to the North Star | website=Leap Motion Blog | date=2018-04-09 | url=https://blog.leapmotion.com/our-journey-to-the-north-star/ | access-date=2024-09-28}}</ref> A secondary set of reflectors were produced using diamond turning from a block of [[acrylic]] material.<ref name="m787"/> The secondary set of reflectors were coated with a thin layer of silver.<ref name="m787"/> | ||
==Software== | ==Software== | ||
| − | * [[Leap Paint]] | + | * [[Leap Paint]] |
| + | * [[Project Esky]]<ref name="g048">{{cite web | title=Esky | website=Project North Star | date=2021-07-18 | url=https://docs.projectnorthstar.org/project-north-star/software/esky | access-date=2024-09-01}}</ref> | ||
==How to build== | ==How to build== | ||
| − | A | + | A North Star headset can be built by selecting the right displays and driver board. |
Calibration is one of the key steps. Calibration can be done with a [[calibration rig]]. | Calibration is one of the key steps. Calibration can be done with a [[calibration rig]]. | ||
Building with support for hand tracking is not recommended. | Building with support for hand tracking is not recommended. | ||
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| + | ==References== | ||
| + | {{Reflist}} | ||
[[Category:AR headsets]] | [[Category:AR headsets]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Reflector AR headsets]] | ||
| + | [[Category:DIY projects]] | ||
Latest revision as of 05:49, 22 February 2025
Project North Star is an augmented reality headset that was created by Leap Motion. A northstar headset uses a curved reflector. The headsets typically require calibration to correct for geometric distortions introduced by the reflector. There are multiple different versions, including the original release, and the Deck X. It is named "North Star" because it represented a guiding direction that Leap Motion wanted to go in.
Headsets can be partially 3D printed.
A northstar headset requires a computer to connect to using Displayport and USB.
Hardware[edit]
The Project North Star headset is an optical-see-through head mounted display (OST-HMD). Project North Star headsets use a reflector style design.
The original prototype headsets had a large field of view. The first open-source release shrunk it.[1]
The original reference design specified by Leap Motion uses BOE VS035ZSM-NW0 displays.[2]
Project North Star headsets generally use an Intel T265 and a Leap Motion Controller.
Versions[edit]
- Release 1 - internal release[3]
- Release 2 - first public open-source release[3]
- Release 3[3]
- Release 3.1[3]
- Release 3.2[3]
- Deck X[3]
- Northstar Next[3]
History[edit]
Prototype reflectors were 3D printed using VeroClear resin.[1] A secondary set of reflectors were produced using diamond turning from a block of acrylic material.[1] The secondary set of reflectors were coated with a thin layer of silver.[1]
Software[edit]
How to build[edit]
A North Star headset can be built by selecting the right displays and driver board.
Calibration is one of the key steps. Calibration can be done with a calibration rig.
Building with support for hand tracking is not recommended.
References[edit]
- ↑ Jump up to: 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Our Journey to the North Star". 2018-04-09. https://blog.leapmotion.com/our-journey-to-the-north-star/.
- ↑ "North Star Display (3.5 inch, 1440x1600 pixels, 120fps)". 2020-12-10. https://www.smart-prototyping.com/Display-for-Project-North-Star-3_5inch-1440x1600-pixels%20Promotion%20sale.
- ↑ Jump up to: 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 "Project North Star". 2023-06-17. https://docs.projectnorthstar.org/project-north-star.
- ↑ "Esky". 2021-07-18. https://docs.projectnorthstar.org/project-north-star/software/esky.