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Motion Control for TV and Film

Portable, reliable motion control for every production.
Motion control is in essence moving parts of machines, which we call rigs. Motion control in the context of video, therefore is a technique that enables precise control and repetition of camera movements to produce visual effects. But we can do more than just moving cameras from A-B.
When you can’t find what you want
We at Camera Control pride ourselves on being able to create custom solutions to solve the impossible shot. We have a team of mechanical designers, electronic engineers and software developers all on hand to build, test and deliver exactly what your production requires. If you don’t see what you’re looking for on our website just ask. With notice, there isn’t anything that can’t be achieved.
More shoot time and less downtime
We have the latest and most well looked after equipment in the market. Being the equipment manufacturer, we are continually improving each rig and adding to our range of equipment. Gone are the days of unreliable rigs causing overtime.
Truly portable motion control
When we say portable, we mean set up times in under an hour, a fleet of trucks covering Europe within 48 hours, and a logistics team who can organise our rigs to be flown (in flight cases) with their documentation to the other side of the world within a few days.

Rig Models and Mel Scripts Downloads

Mel Scripts and Rig Models
A MEL script is available for customers of Camera Control Inc to facilitate import and export of data to and from Maya(tm). The MEL script has been developed over several years and is fully featured. The script is easy to use and converts between Maya camera move data and Flair standard data files for easy import and export. The Script is supported by the writer of Flair software/CCI Lead Operator Simon Wakley and so full technical support is right at hand. It has an interface similar to the existing Flair Import/Export interface and will import and export Single n   ode Camera, as well as the standard 2 node Flair Camera (Camera and Target) as well as the advanced Maya 3 Node camera (Camera, Target & Up) which greatly facilitates moves that go over the top of objects and also any world space rotations that affect the horizon. - No other Motion Control rig or interface supports these advanced features (Used on Aviator movie and NetZero commercials).

Robotics for live shows and events

Add that WOW factor to your production
Automation and robotics is more popular than ever in live events. At MrMoco rentals we have all your robotics solutions from intricate model movers, motion bases for people as well as range of high speed robotic arms. Below is just a few case studies we’ve been involved in.
Phillip Plein Fashion Show
We took our entire rental inventory to Milan where each robot was programmed to dress, accessorized and photograph the models as they moved along on motorised catwalk.
Stella Artois VR experience
Drone footage was tracked over Wimbledon tennis club and then imported into our motion base to simulate the flying experience. This was set up in Waterloo train station for a weeklong event during the tennis championships.
Nissan live chromo key set
We set up a live chromo key stage at the Dubai Motor Show. Each attendee was shot alongside the car against green screen and then given the final composited footage on memory stick before leaving.

3D import / export and encoding

How the 3d and the real world come together for the better.
Here at MrMoco we have seen the massive rise in CGI, previsualisation and camera tracking. But rather than seeing these tools as a threat to Motion Control we actually believe they can be used to enhance motion control’s effectiveness and quality.
Importing
Here we refer to taking a 3D camera move and importing it into our motion control software Flair. Part of this process is solving. Solving is done by our operators using a software called Iktrix. This takes the 3D move and checks that it’s within the acceleration, velocity and reach of the chosen rig. It also allows us to plan the motion control shoot by determining how much rail and where the rail should be placed with huge time savings.
Exporting
Exporting refers to taking camera data from motion control rig in a format that can be read in 3d software packages to aid post-production. In order for the data to be 100% reliable we require time during set up to fully line up the camera and calibrate the lens. If you require this data please let us know before the shoot. We also recommended that 3d tracking markers are also used where possible. If possible zoom lens shouldn’t be used if exporting. They do not model well and the nodal point moves when you zoom, so it adds an extra complexity.
Encoding
Encoding refers to mounting encoders on non-motion controlled equipment to very accurately measure and record their motion. Encoding is widely used to aid in post-production giving the exact data of what a camera, lens or object was doing during filming. Anything can be encoded, sometimes just a single axis is encoded and sometimes 20 depending on the application. MrMoco can interface and encode a huge variety of equipment, including lenses, dollies, cranes and heads.

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Our range of operations covers the whole of North America and we frequently travel to countries in South America.