----- Original Message -----From: Collin HatchTo: Bob WainwrightSent: Thursday, July 31, 2003 10:26 AMSubject: Fw: Arizona Business Setup
----- Original Message -----From: Collin HatchTo: Bob WainwrightSent: Wednesday, July 30, 2003 4:47 PMSubject: Arizona Business Setup
Hi Bob,I'm trying to help Cindy & JB Turlington set up the Kinematics business in Arizona. Due to our limited budget for equipment and looking over all the features on your $50,000 and $75,000 systems, I would like to setup a listing of equipment needs along with the priority of when to purchase the item.To start the business I see we need the Computer, 5 cameras & accessories, etc. After that should we get a force plate or surface EMG?Will you please prepare a listing, in priority order, of the equipment we will need.Thanks for your help,Collin L. Hatch
Hello Graham,
Thank you for your message. There are many options for purchasing the Ariel
Performance Analysis System (APAS). These range from software only up to
full hardware and software systems. I have attached the APAS price list
that shows the most commonly purchased configurations. I have also included
a description of each of the APAS software modules.
You are encouraged to download the APAS for a no-obligation 30-day trial.
This will allow you to evaluate the software and how well it meets your
requirements. Download instructions can be found on the Ariel internet
site. The direct link is:
/topics/Downloading/Default.htm
Please review the information and feel free to contact me for any additional
APAS Software Modules
The Ariel Performance Analysis System (APAS) consists of
software modules designed to perform quantitative analysis direct from video.
All APAS software systems support both two-dimensional and
three-dimensional analysis. The
Basic APAS software package includes the following software modules.
CAPTURE and REALCAP These are older software modules designed
to capture video from analog video sources (VHS, *mm, Hi-8 etc) into Microsoft
AVI compatible format for use with the APAS.
DIGITIZE This software module is used to create the project for analysis by digitizing the calibration points as well as the data points that make up the sequence. Up to 6 camera views can be displayed and digitized simultaneously. Support for automatic digitizing and panning cameras is included within this module.
TRANSFORM This software module utilizes the Direct Linear Transformation (DLT) algorithm to convert the digitized information to spatial coordinates. One camera will result in a 2D analysis, while two or more cameras are used for 3D analysis.
FILTER This software module is used to remove random digitizing errors. Several smoothing algorithms are available with independent control over the smoothing on the X, Y and/or Z coordinate axes. Options are also included for impact points.
DISPLAY and APASVIEW Either of these software modules can be used to display the results of the analysis. Multiple windows can be opened to display the video file, stick figure data, graphs and worksheet data. The activity can be animated using the VCR-like buttons in the toolbar with all windows automatically synchronized. Options also exist for exporting the data to worksheet format for any custom analysis.
APAS2TEXT This software module is used to export the X, Y, and Z data for each point to an ASCII format worksheet. The user can select Raw Position, Displacement, Velocity or Acceleration measures to be displayed. This module is often used to export the movement data so it can be imported to other programs.
DELTA - This software module uses the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) standards for determining the joint torques while lifting a specified weight. Since the motion is calculated from an actual movement, inertial effects and the frequency of lifting are also considered in the calculations.
SOFTWARE OPTIONS
The APAS-XP (extra Performance) is a software option that can be added to enhance the capabilities of the Basic APAS. The APAS-XP software includes the following software modules.
CAPDV This software module supports simultaneous real-time video capture direct to the computer hard disk from up to five digital video (DV) cameras. Multiple camera views can be automatically synchronized and trimmed using an event recorded on the audio channel. For example, clapping hands, or the impact of a ball.
3D RENDERER This software module is used to superimpose cylinders and/or human skeleton on the stick figure generated by the Basic APAS software. Sequences can be animated, rotated and/or translated for viewing while in motion. Multiple sequences can be compared for examining differences in a motion. Color coded traces of relative velocity can also be added to user specified points.
APAS GAIT This software module supports the industry standard marker sets (Helen Hayes, Keith Vaughn etc.) for lower body human gait analysis. This analysis usually requires five cameras and also supports analog input from force platforms to determine ground reaction forces.
3D AUTOTRAK This software module provides enhanced algorithms for use with multiple cameras using the automatic digitizing option. For example, if a marker is blocked in one view, the software will use two or more known views of that marker to perform a real-time transformation to calculate and digitize the location of the marker in the missing view. This helps speed the time required for analysis.
ANALOG OPTIONS
The Ariel Analog module is required for sampling analog data (force platform, EMG etc). This module includes hardware and software.
ARIEL DYNAMICS WORLDWIDE
APAS Distributor Price List
August 1, 2002
1.
APAS-Basic 2002 (Software Only)
$ 5,000.00
Software Modules Included:
(All software are NTSC/PAL, Windows-95/98/2000; NT compatible)
CAPTURE Module Captures Analog Video to AVI format files for Digitizing
Real Time Capture Real time capturing from any video source
DIGITIZE Module Simultaneous Digitizing Up To 4 Screens. 2D & 3D included
TRANSFORM Module Transforms digitized coordinates utilizing DLT or PPT algorithms
FILTER Module removes random digitizing errors
DISPLAY Module Synchronizes Video, Analog, Stick Figure, Graphs, For Display and Printing
PANORAMA - Panning Camera Option Software support for Panning Cameras
DELTA Software Module Kinetic Lift Analysis
Kinetics Kinetic module for joints forces and moments
VECTORS Module 3-D Force Plate Vectors Superimposed On Video
EMG-Normalization EMG
Normalization and Analysis
(Software Drivers For Digital Camera Not Included)
2.
APAS-XP 2002 (Software Only) $
10,000.00
Software Modules Included:
(All software are NTSC/PAL, Windows-95/98/2000; NT compatible)
CAPDV Module Simlutaneously Captures Digital Video in AVI format direct to hard disk,
Real Time Capture for up to 5 cameras.
DIGITIZE Module Simultaneous Digitizing Up To 4 Screens
TRANSFORM Module Transforms digitized coordinates utilizing DLT or PPT algorithms
FILTER Module removes random digitizing errors
DISPLAY Module Synchronizes Video, Analog, Stick Figure, Graphs, For Display and Printing
PANORAMA - Panning Camera Option Software support for Panning Cameras
DELTA Software Module Kinetic Lift Analysis
Kinetics Kinetic module for joints forces and moments
VECTORS Module 3-D Force Plate Vectors Superimposed On Video
EMG-Normalization EMG
Normalization and Analysis
(Software Drivers For Digital Camera Not Included)
3. APAS-Basic 2002 (Computer & Software) $10,000.00
Standard with every APAS-2002 Configuration:
All Basic Software (Listed In Item 1 Above)
Pentium/AMD Computer (Minimum 1 Ghz)
60 GB Hard Disk ((larger capacity available as an option)
128 Meg. RAM Memory (Up to 512 MB available - optional)
3.5 Inch Diskette Drive (1.4 Meg.)
Single Digital Video Compatible Frame Grabber & Software
CD-ROM
Keyboard & Mouse
(Monitor & DV Software Is Not Included)
4.
APAS-XP 2002 (Computer & Software Only)
$ 15,000.00
Standard with every APAS-XP 2002 Configuration:
All Basic Software (Listed In Item 2 Above)
Pentium/AMD Computer (Minimum 1 Ghz)
60 GB Hard Disk (larger capacity available as an option)
128 Meg. RAM Memory (Up to 512 MB available - optional)
3.5 Inch Diskette Drive (1.4 Meg.)
Single Digital Video Compatible Frame Grabber & Software
CD-ROM
Keyboard & Mouse
Two IEEE 1394 DV Capture Cards
(Monitor & DV Software Is Not Included)
5.
APAS-2002/240 (Computer, Software & 2 DV Cameras)
$24,500.00
Standard with every APAS-2002/240 APAS Configuration:
All Basic Software (Listed In Item 1 Above)
All Computer Hardware (Listed In Item 2 Above)
Two Digital Camcorders (60 Hz NTSC)
Ariel Software Drivers For Digital Camcorders
(Monitor Is Not Included)
(High Speed Cameras Also Available As Options)
5.
SOFTWARE OPTIONS
APAS-Gait (Kinematics Only)
$ 895.00
APAS-Gait (Kinematics Only) + APAS 3D Renderer
$ 1,995.00
CAPDV (Simultaneous Video Capture To Hard Disk)
$ 1,500.00
-Requires
Capture Card For Every Camera (Listed Below)
Digital Video Software Drivers
$ 5,000.00
6. HARDWARE OPTIONS
Upgrade RAM Memory
Contact Ariel
High Resolution 17-inch Color Monitor
$ 350.00
High Resolution 19-inch Color Monitor
$ 500.00
Multi-Media Compatible Analog Frame Grabber
$ 525.00
CD-Rewrite
$ 425.00
2G Jaz Drive w/ APAS Backup Software
$ 650.00
Zip Drive w/ APAS Backup Software
$ 375.00
Sound Board With Speakers $
250.00
Tripod
$ 275.00
Industrial Camera Light (250 Watts)
$ 350.00
1000 Double-Sided Stickers for Markers
$ 150.00
VRG - Video Report Generation Package
$ 8,500.00
Includes: SVHS-VCR, Converter Unit, Monitor, and Microphone
JVC 240 Hz High Speed DV Camera w/Ariel Software
$ 7,500.00
Digital Video Cable, 10 meter length
$ 125.00
High Precision Calibration Cube
$ 1,500.00
HP-Color Printer with cable and software driver
$ 500.00
ARIEL Analog - 16 A/D Channels (Hardware &
Software) $
9,000.00
AMTI Force Plate With Ariel Software Drivers and
Interface
$15,950.00
8.
NOTEBOOK OPTIONS
Note-Book APAS Work Station (Software and Hardware) $12,500.00
Note-Book APAS w/DV Frame Grabber & 2 Cameras
$28,750.00
Analog Interface to the Note-Book (16 Channels A/D)
$10,500.00
Notes: Shipping Charges Are Not Included In Prices
Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
questions.
Sincerely,
John Probe
Ariel Dynamics, Inc.
4885 Ronson Court, Suite A
San Diego, CA 92111
Tel: (858) 874-2547
Fax: (858) 874-2549
Email: ARIEL1@ix.netcom.com
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Graham Fletcher" <fletcheg@ucfv.bc.ca>
To: <ariel1@ix.netcom.com>
Sent: Monday, May 12, 2003 2:41 PM
Subject: pricing
> To whom it may concern,
>
> Please may I have the up to date prcie for the 3-D video system software
that would linkwith two normal digital video cameras please.
>
> Thank you.
>
> Graham Fletcher
Thank you for your inquiry concerning the Ariel prices. You can
access the
Ariel prices on the Ariel internet site. The direct address is:
/Main/adw-54.html
In general, the USA prices are as follows.
1. Basic Ariel Performance Analysis System (APAS) software only.
Includes 2D and 3D software for automatic digitizing and panning cameras
Price: $5,000.00
2. Basic APAS
Includes: 500 MHz computer, 10 GB hard drive, 64 MB RAM, Multi-media and
DV frame grabbers, CD-ROM and all software in option 1 above.
Price: $10,000.00
3. APAS-240
Includes everything in option 1 and 2 along with two digital camcorders
capable of 60/120 and 240 Hz video analysis.
Price: $24,500.00
4. Also, with the purchase of any of the above systems, you can purchase
additional systems (software only) for $1,500 per computer. This software
can be installed on your existing computers and used to analyze any data
collected with the "master" system. This is a very useful feature,
especially in the University environment.
There are many other options that can be added to these systems as you can
see on the price list.
As you will find out, the Ariel systems provide many more capabilities and
at a fraction of the cost of any other available systems. Please refer to
a 3rd party independent study comparing commercially available systems.
This is also published on our internet site at:
/topics/comparison/default.htm
Please contact us for any additional information.
Sincerely,
Ariel Dynamics, Inc.
Email: ARIEL1@ix.netcom.com