CanadaBuys #43177-12A,34A-RFP

University of Ottawa Solicitation for 360° Projection Cylinder System for VR Lab

The University of Ottawa's Faculty of Health Science is seeking bids for a state-of-the-art 360° projection cylinder system for its Virtual Reality Lab. - Buyer: University of Ottawa, Faculty of Health Science - Products/Systems Requested: - Fully immersive cylindrical projection system (minimum 6-metre internal diameter) - High-resolution panoramic projection (minimum 4,000 lumens, 4K resolution) - Seamless imagery blending and immersive spatial audio - Floor and wall coverage - Mounting truss for motion capture cameras - Integration with Treadmetrix Split-belt centre-pivot treadmill (with AMTI force sensing elements) - Compatibility with motion capture cameras (Arqus, Miqus, Qualisys) - Real-time interaction with Unity and Unreal Engine 5 - SDK/API integration with biomechanics software (MATLAB, Python, Qualisys Track Manager, Xsens, Delsys Trigno) - Dedicated server/media system for real-time rendering - Operator console for system control - Services Required: - Delivery, installation, calibration, and testing of the system - On-site training for at least five users - Minimum one-year warranty (up to five years possible) - Unique Requirements: - System must integrate with existing treadmill and support a wide range of biomechanics and VR software - No specific OEMs or vendors named; compatibility with multiple hardware and software platforms is mandatory - Place of Performance: University of Ottawa Faculty of Health Science VR Lab, Room FHS 150, Ottawa, Ontario

Description

The University of Ottawa is seeking a fully immersive 360° projection cylinder system for advanced research in locomotion, navigation, and human biomechanics within virtual environments. The system must integrate with an existing centre-pivot treadmill and support various biomechanical recording tools. Key features include a minimum 6-meter internal diameter, high-resolution panoramic projection with seamless imagery, immersive spatial audio, compatibility with motion capture cameras, and real-time interaction with platforms like Unity and Unreal Engine 5. The contract includes delivery, installation, calibration, testing, and training for users, with a warranty of at least one year.

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