PointCTRL - Finger Mounted VR Controller

[joca133]

Thanks for the answers and the video. It looks great and accurate enough to press even small buttons. Regarding the fild of view on the sensor and tracking, let me clarify what I was thinking. And it does make sense what was mentioned that you will probably looking at the button. But there are cases when you are, for example, setting an altimeter and looking up briefly, or to the sides, or to another instrument. In this case, assuming its out of sensor range, will the button clicks still work? Like when mouse clicking while looking elsewhere? 10 hours is a good point for battery life, no concerns from me there.

[MilesD]

Hey Guys,

I just wanted to give a quick update on PointCTRL. I have been testing different tactile push-buttons and updating PCB design and code all week. I think I have the finger device nailed down. I really need a name for that part. The original name of PointCTRL was going to be "The Finger" bought to you by "Third Base Industries", but my wife thought it was a little inappropriate. Anyway I am going to try and get another video up tonight showing both finger devices in action as well as rotary knobs and dials.

 

But there are cases when you are, for example, setting an altimeter and looking up briefly, or to the sides, or to another instrument. In this case, assuming its out of sensor range, will the button clicks still work? Like when mouse clicking while looking elsewhere? 10 hours is a good point for battery life, no concerns from me there.

 

The shorter answer is, after you initiate the mouse button hold on dial, then move the mouse off the dial to adjust feature, Only your finger needs to be in the field of view, not the initial dial or knob cockpit control selection. It works just like the mouse except when you move your head the mouse cursor does not move with your head position and generally stays where you are pointing. This was a great question and I will try and address it in the next video.

 

Its down to the two banks of three buttons in the top of the pic.

 

Miles

[skunk160]

[farmertom]

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+1 :thumbup:

[Ratcatcher]

Hey Guys,

I really need a name for that part.

Miles

 

 

Just a couple of thoughts while I'm in a sleep deprived stupor...kreeping in the spirit of your thoughts on "using the finger". :)

 

1:Digit Selectible Device (DSD)

2: Digit Controlled Device (DCD)

3: Digit-All FCU (Fingertip Control Unit)

 

4: FCU (as above)

If considered rubbish please feel free to ignore! :laugh:

[Icebeat]

Hi Miles,

I found this in Hackable about laser tracking using SteamVR base stations.

[MilesD]

@Icebeat, Thanks but I couldn't get the link to work. I know there are people a lot smarter than me working on these types of devices. I am just focusing on the flight sim community and what can be an effective alternative for us with the current state of simulator software.

Thanks again,

Miles

[MilesD]

New PointCTRL Video up

 

Here is a video demonstrating operation of PointCTRL with 2 FCU's (Finger Control Units) Thanks Ratcatcher for the name !! I Hope to show production prototypes shortly.

Thanks

Miles

Edited September 15, 2018 by MilesD

[Iku_CC]

This is on my buying list..:)..simple working device..:).

[Ratcatcher]

Hey Miles, thats looking great!

 

Glad to help!

[streakeagle]

A very nice solution to VR cockpit controls.

[sparkchaser2010]

subscribed and eagerly awaiting the results! Looks fantastic so far!

[=Panther=]

Subscribed and ready to buy. Very awesome project.

[joca133]

Great video, I can clearly see it as a viable solution. Thanks for answering our questions. How/when do you plan to sell it?

[jnr4817]

holy shit, that is great!!! Im definitely interested!

 

one question, is possible to have two trackers, one below and one above the desk, so the desk is not masking it?

 

 

What chair is this in the pic with the cut out for the joy stick?

 

Thanks

[OzWookiee]

Super interested in this project!

[FZG_Immel]

Still on it from day one

 

Sell it and I will buy it !

[Phoenix FR]

Interesting project.

[schurem]

I want it!

 

Have you looked into using oculus tracking camera for tracking?

[lolof1]

Hello Mr Miles

I absolutely need your PointCTRL! It is too genial your product!

I live in France, is it possible to deliver it to me?

I would pay the delivery of course!

You are a genius for the community Virtual CV1!

Contact me Mp if you Want !

Great

thank you for everything

Lolof1 / Laurent.

France / C6 Check-six French-website

 

 

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[MilesD]

Hey Guys,

Just a quick update. I am testing the pre-production FCU prototypes now. I hope to order the production PCBs by the end of the week. I will post a pic of final FCU (Finger Control Unit) design, and the new, and much smaller HMD camera in a few days. My goal is to send out pre-production PointCTRL units for test, evaluation, and feedback to community contributors, and Eagle Dynamics if they want,( I think Wags flys VR ) by the end of October. Based on their feedback, I will make refinements and adjustments to the design and functionality. My goal is to ship production units in December.

 

"Have you looked into using oculus tracking camera for tracking?"

@ schurem, thanks for the question. Aside from camera to finger line of sight to issues, one of the design parameters of PointCTRL was to be a completely stand alone device that was recognized as a standard mouse and keyboard without any software running on the PC. Additional I wanted it compatible with any software title that uses a mouse. This would have been difficult for me to achieve using a specific external camera connected to the PC. Another benefit of the stand alone system is zero impact on PC performance, and no additional coding requirement from software titles.

 

"I live in France, is it possible to deliver it to me?"

@ lolof1, Thanks for your interest and comments, but I am really not that smart, I just keep breaking things down until I can understand them. Yes I will be shipping worldwide.

 

Thanks again guys, especially for your patience.

 

Miles

Edited September 24, 2018 by MilesD
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[OzWookiee]

Wow thanks for the update Miles! Can't wait to get these into my cockpit!

[lucky-hendrix]

Great find !does it take long to "reaquire" where you finger is after moving your head ?

 

I am also very interested in this device !

[Snapps]

This is awesome, I’d rather no batteries but 10 hours is enough. been looking for something like this for a while now and I’m sure there are a lot of people here that feel the same way. Start selling them already!

[lolof1]

Thank’s Miles for your response !;)

 

Good luck for your project :book:

 

Aplushhhsss

 

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