BOW has today a new partnership to integrate robotics into film, television, and live events.
The partnership between XPLOR and BOW aims to advance robotics research and development in the creative sectors to address new robotics use-cases, enhance efficiency, and reduce the cost of robotics on production sets. BOW’s robot-agnostic software development kit (SDK) bridges the gap between diverse robotic systems, enabling integration and operation across multiple platforms.
Initial research projects will include programming robotic arms in XPLOR’s virtual production studio, using BOW to deploy robotic arms for inhospitable live-action shooting environments, fully automated tracking solutions and live performance integration at Production Park.
Current robotics applications in live events and entertainment production are limited by the inability of robots to be multi-functional and multi-purpose. BOW addresses these challenges by converting various robot specifications into a unified driver, allowing for real-time simulation and the reuse of control algorithms across different robotics platforms. The platform simplifies complex processes such as inverse kinematics and motion planning, allowing developers to focus on unlocking new use cases in film, TV, production, and Live Events.
“BOW’s partnership with XPLOR will push the boundaries of what is possible in the creative industries through robotics. BOW will serve as a technical backbone, empowering XPLOR to integrate robotics seamlessly into live events and scripted productions, from the biggest film and television productions to star-studded live event performances,” Nick Thompson, CEO of BOW said. “Our technology will not only enable the development of innovative new applications, it will also streamline operations – enhancing efficiency and reducing the cost of deploying robotics on set.”
“Our partnership with BOW is a transformative step in the evolution of live event and content production. By integrating BOW’s state-of-the-art robotics platform into our operations, we are empowering our team and creative partners to explore newfound possibilities, redefining what can be achieved both on stage and on screen,” Phil Adlam, CTO of Production Park, and Head of XPLOR said. “This collaboration positions us at the forefront of innovation, and as we embark on new R&D projects together, we are excited to share groundbreaking use cases for robotics that will shape the future of the creative industries.”
