Calculate the location of something

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This discussion focuses on calculating the location of a specific object, such as a right hand, using non-visual methods like radio triangulation and accelerometers. The user seeks to track a single object with precise measurements, including distance from a ground sensor and height. Suggestions include using a transponder for tracking and exploring sonar technology, specifically referencing Disney's Touche sensor. The need for clear design specifications is emphasized for effective proposal development.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of radio triangulation techniques
  • Familiarity with accelerometer technology
  • Knowledge of sonar tracking methods
  • Experience with transponder systems
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  • Research the implementation of radio triangulation for object tracking
  • Explore the use of accelerometers in motion detection
  • Investigate sonar technology applications for tracking single objects
  • Learn about transponder systems and their tracking capabilities
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This discussion is beneficial for engineers, designers, and developers interested in motion tracking technologies, particularly those exploring non-visual tracking methods for specific objects.

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is it possible to calculate the location of say my right hand and track its motion without using any cameras.(using radio triangulation,accelerometer,etc..) i would like to have some sort of ground sensor. and i only want to track that one object not several, i would like to know the distance from the sensor, height of object being tracked, location relative to the location of the ground sensor.
 
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I have several ideas for you. But first, can you use a transponder attached to the object? What will the maximum detection/tracking range be? Will you please describe what you are aiming for in some greater detail? A designer needs "design specifications" or "anticapated operating characteristics" to make a reasonable proposal.
 
on the issue of sonar. it seems very intruiging but there may be a few probelems i need the tracker to be a small bar roughly 1"x4" and can sonar be used to track a single body part?
 

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