Antycip completes TORE technological renewal

ST Engineering Antycip (Antycip), European company specialized in simulation and immersive visualization, has completed major integrations into TORE (The Open Reality Experience), the large-scale immersive environment of the University of Lille built on a torus-shaped screen.

TORE, a pioneering project at the intersection between science, technology and art, has reached a new milestone in its evolution. The integration of state-of-the-art projection and calibration technologies now offers a unprecedented level of realism, further strengthening its position as a cutting-edge immersive platform.

This new technological configuration is based on the integration of twenty projectors Barco I600 4K10 with dedicated optics and a calibrated digital correction automatically from Scalable Display Technologies. The new laser projectors offer a super-shifted 4K pixel resolution, ensuring high visual fidelity throughout the immersive environment.

This modernization improves color accuracy, image fluidity and visual continuity on the entire flattened surface in the shape of a toroid of more than 8 meters in diameter, a geometry that goes beyond conventional cylindrical immersive screens. Also allows for higher refresh rates, handling complex scenes, the integration of artificial intelligence modules and the exploration of remote interaction and collaboration between immersive environments.

Realism level

“TORE allows us to carry out academic research in cognitive sciences, art history and archeology, as well as designing immersive artistic works. The level of realism required for high-quality immersion makes it essential to optimize projection and computing systems. The integration of innovative technologies expands our computing and interaction capabilities and opens the door to new collaborations between research and industry”, explains Yann Coello, professor of Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology and director of the Federation of Research in Sciences and Visual Cultures of the University of Lille.

Johan Besnainou, director for France and Spain at Antycip, emphasizes that “TORE occupies a special place in our history. It is a fundamental project for our immersive visualization activities and continues to push the boundaries of what technology makes possible. It is a real source of pride for our teams”.

Inaugurated in 2018, TORE continues to be a global reference in large-scale immersive visualization. Its versatility, covering scientific research, the exploration of cultural heritage and artistic creation, makes it a symbol of French innovation in immersive experiences. This modernization further consolidates the position of the University of Lille as one of the leading players in immersive research in Europe.