{"product_id":"manus-core","title":"Manus Core","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMANUS Core is the central software hub for MANUS gloves—built for precise, low-latency hand tracking in real time.\u003c\/strong\u003e Visualize every finger movement in 3D, record sessions, export data, and stream live into your robotics, VR\/XR, research, or performance pipeline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"manus-software-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.knoxlabs.com\/pages\/compare-manus-vr-gloves#software\"\u003e See MANUS Software Comparison \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.manus-software-btn{\ndisplay:inline-block;\npadding:12px 22px;\nbackground:#0fa958;\ncolor:#fff;\ntext-decoration:none;\nborder-radius:6px;\nfont-weight:600;\nfont-size:14px;\ntransition:all .2s ease;\n}\n.manus-software-btn:hover{\nbackground:#0c8c49;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat is MANUS Core?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMANUS Core is powerful middleware that brings your MANUS gloves to life. It provides accurate hand visualization, converts motion into production-ready data, and connects your gloves to the tools teams actually use—via plug-ins, SDK access options, and partner integrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdvanced Hand Solver\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalibrate in seconds and see your exact hand movements recreated in 3D. With Core 3.1, you can fine-tune finger dimensions for custom proportions, ensuring a true-to-life digital hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUltra-Low Latency\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNear-instant response for live performance, real-time robotics, and any application where precision timing matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3 Data Types for Motion Intelligence\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensor data:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precise fingertip positions and rotations captured relative to the glove’s top module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkeleton data:\u003c\/strong\u003e A calibrated, joint-by-joint digital model of your hands for analysis, ergonomics, and realistic simulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetargeted data:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maps real-hand movements onto virtual characters or objects for effortless animation and interaction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErgonomic metrics such as joint flexion and hyper-extension can be derived from the Advanced Hand Solver, making Core valuable for research and human-factor studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTriggered Recording\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart, stop, and control MANUS Core recordings directly from external software or tracking systems for synchronized glove data acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMulti-System Positional Tracking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWide tracking-system support places hands in absolute 3D space for accurate hand placement and full-body solves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIntegrations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMANUS Core supports live streaming and production workflows through plug-ins and partner integrations (availability depends on the license option selected). Common workflows include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnity \/ Unreal Engine \/ MotionBuilder live streaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical motion capture pipelines (e.g., OptiTrack Motive, Qualisys QTM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXsens MVN Animate \/ Analyze workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXR simulation + digital twin platforms (OpenXR and supported enterprise XR tools)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloper \/ robotics pipelines via C++ SDK (option-dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCompatible Products\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMANUS Metagloves Pro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMANUS Metagloves Pro Haptic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMANUS Quantum Metagloves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhich License Option Is Right for You?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMANUS Core 3\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for teams that need the Core foundation: calibration + visualization, recording\/export, and standard live plug-ins for common 3D pipelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMANUS Core 3 + XR\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this if your workflow requires XR simulation and digital twin integrations (OpenXR + supported partner platforms).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMANUS Core 3 + Xsens\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this when your pipeline runs through Xsens MVN Animate\/Analyze and you want direct integration and a unified skeleton workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMANUS Core 3 + Optical\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for optical motion capture environments and labs that need direct integration into supported mocap pipelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMANUS Core 3 + SDK (Commercial)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this for developers and robotics teams that need SDK access for custom integrations and data pipelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMANUS Core 3 + SDK (Academic)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSDK option intended for qualifying academic programs and labs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Manus VR","offers":[{"title":"Core 3","offer_id":51545266159936,"sku":"MANUS-300128","price":2124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Core 3 + XR","offer_id":51545266258240,"sku":"MANUS-300129","price":2832.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Core 3 + Xsens","offer_id":51545266192704,"sku":"MANUS-300130","price":3540.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Core 3 + Optical","offer_id":51545266225472,"sku":"MANUS-300131","price":3540.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Core 3 + SDK (Commercial)","offer_id":51545266291008,"sku":"MANUS-300132","price":4956.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Core 3 + SDK (Academic)","offer_id":51545266323776,"sku":"MANUS-300133","price":3540.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/2759\/files\/core3.png?v=1771439742","url":"https:\/\/www.knoxlabs.com\/products\/manus-core","provider":"Knoxlabs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}