FasTrak

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Fastrak (meaning fast track) is a 3D magnetic tracking system made by Polhemus.

Specs

These are the specifications for one of the Fastrak systems.[1]

  • 6 Degrees-of-Freedom.
  • 1-4 Sensors.
  • Update rate 120 Hz (divided by number of sensors).
  • Position Coverage: specified accuracy when standard receivers are located within 30 inches (76 cm) of the standard transmitter.
  • All-attitude Angular Coverage.
  • Static Accuracy 0.03 in. (0.08 cm) RMS for the X, Y, or Z receiver position, and 0.15° RMS for receiver orientation.
  • Resolution 0.0002 inches/inch of range (0.0005 cms/cm of range), and .025°.
  • Latency 4.0 milliseconds.

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