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'''Project North Star''' is an AR headset project originally started by [[Leap Motion]] that is community run. The project north star is based on a reflector style design. It is an [[optical-see-through head mounted display]] (OST-HMD). The original design files have been open sourced.
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'''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.
  
The design has numerous versions, including the [[Deck X]].
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Headsets can be partially 3D printed.
  
A northstar headset uses a curved reflector. The headsets typically require calibration to correct for geometric distortions introduced by the reflector.
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A northstar headset requires a computer to connect to using [[Displayport]] and [[USB]].
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==Hardware==
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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 project northstar can be partially 3D printed.
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The original prototype headsets had a large field of view. The first open-source release shrunk it.<ref name="m787"/>
  
A northstar headset requires a separate computer to run.
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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>
  
The original prototype headsets had a large field of view. More recent versions have shrunk it.
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Project North Star headsets generally use an [[Intel T265]] and a [[Leap Motion Controller]].
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==Versions==
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* 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>
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* Release 2 - first public open-source release<ref name="i989"/>
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* Release 3<ref name="i989"/>
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* Release 3.1<ref name="i989"/>
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* Release 3.2<ref name="i989"/>
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* Deck X<ref name="i989"/>
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* Northstar Next<ref name="i989"/>
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==History==
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[[File:5 mechanical-rig2-768x1024.jpeg|thumb|Project North Star headset prototype]]
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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]]
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* [[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 north star can be built by selecting the right displays and driver board.
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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]].
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[[Category:DIY projects]]

Latest revision as of 05:49, 22 February 2025

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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.

HardwareEdit

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.

VersionsEdit

  • 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]

HistoryEdit

 
Project North Star headset prototype

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]

SoftwareEdit

How to buildEdit

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.

ReferencesEdit