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'''Magnetic tracking''' is 3D tracking technology that uses magnetic fields to track an object in [[6 degrees of freedom]]. It can be extremely precise if done right.
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'''Electromagnetic tracking''' is 3D tracking technology that generates magnetic fields and detects them from a sensor. It is a native technology for [[6DOF tracking]].
One company that makes electromagnetic tracking devices is [[Polhemus]]. Another company is [[Ascension Technologies]].
One company that makes electromagnetic tracking devices is [[Polhemus]]. Another company is [[Ascension Technologies]].