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Motion Analysis Cortex

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Spec score 7.6 #22 of 63 in Motion Capture Software

What it is

Motion Analysis Cortex is Windows motion-capture and analysis software for biomechanics, broadcasting, sports performance, game production, virtual and augmented reality, film, research, engineering, and rigid-object tracking. It provides body, face, and hand tracking, character and animation retargeting, cleanup tools, real-time output, and FBX, HTR, and C3D export. Cortex connects with Maya, MotionBuilder, Unity, and Unreal in real time or through data files. Cortex 10 adds Manus Meta glove tracking, marker templates, selectable batch processing, editable system objects, markerset-trimming scripts, and Rainbow HD camera support. A license includes Calcium Solver, SONIC Viewer, KinTools RT, DV Reference, Skeleton Builder, CamTrak, Motion Composer, and Continuous Calibration. Other integrations include Delsys and Noraxon EMG, Bertec and AMTI force platforms, MATLAB, LabVIEW, ROS, and VRPN. Motion Analysis lists clinical evaluation, research, animal studies, studio camera tracking, and robotics among supported uses.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Cortex is motion capture and analysis software for applications including biomechanics, broadcasting, sports performance, game production, VR, AR, film, research, engineering, and rigid object tracking.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Integrations
The Cortex page lists compatibility with Maya, MotionBuilder, Unity, and Unreal in real time and from data files.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Support
The maker says Cortex users receive free support for life and access to learning portals, resource hubs, and customer forums.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Headquarters
Rohnert Park, California, USARead 28 Sep 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Founded
1982Read 28 Sep 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Company
Motion Analysis Corporation says it was founded in Santa Rosa in 1982.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Analysis tools
Licensed Cortex users get tools including Calcium Solver, SONIC Viewer, KinTools RT, DV Reference, Skeleton Builder, CamTrak, Motion Composer, and Continuous Calibration.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Animation integrations
The site states compatibility with Maya, MotionBuilder, Unity, and Unreal in real time and from data files.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Batch processing
Cortex 10 can selectively batch process and export motion capture files based on capture status.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Company history
Motion Analysis Corporation says it was founded in Santa Rosa in 1982 and has worked in motion capture technology for 40 years.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Cortex 10
Cortex 10 adds integrated Manus Meta glove tracking, marker templates, selectable batch processing, editable system objects, markerset trimming scripts, and support for Motion Analysis Rainbow HD video cameras.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Glove integration
Cortex 10 integrates Manus Meta gloves to combine marker-based capture with finger tracking.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Industries
The maker describes Cortex for biomechanics, broadcasting, sports performance, game production, VR, AR, film, research, engineering, and rigid object tracking.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Licensed tools
A Cortex license includes Calcium Solver, SONIC Viewer, KinTools RT, DV Reference, Skeleton Builder, CamTrak, Motion Composer, and Continuous Calibration.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Maintenance
The maker offers hardware and software support plans that include software upgrades, beta software, and unlimited phone and email support.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Maintenance support
The support page describes hardware-and-software and software-only maintenance plans, both of which include software upgrades, beta software, and unlimited phone and email support.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Marker templates
Golden Template Markersets provide marker templates and automated marker generation tools for calibration and real-time identification.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Other integrations
The integrations page lists partners and equipment including Delsys and Noraxon EMG systems, Bertec and AMTI force platforms, MATLAB, LabVIEW, ROS, and VRPN.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Pricing
The maker says its motion capture system pricing starts at USD20,000 for the BaSix system and varies by application, volume size, and number of subjects.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Pricing model
The pricing page says mocap system pricing starts at USD20,000 for its BaSix system and varies by application, volume size, and number of subjects; Cortex-specific pricing is provided by quote.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Secure downloads
Customers have exclusive access to a secure downloads service for updating files or uploading data for Support review, with directory access granted by customer status or individually.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Support access
Motion Analysis says customers receive lifetime free support through learning portals, resource hubs, and customer forums, and can contact product support.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com
Supported fields
The company describes Cortex as suited to scientific and healthcare environments and lists uses including clinical evaluation, research, animal studies, sports performance, studio camera tracking, and robotics.Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com

Plans and prices

Cortex Priced on request Quote required · pricing depends on application, volume size, and number of subjects Read 8 Oct 2026 · motionanalysis.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Tracks body, face, and hands
  • Supports real-time animation integrations
  • Includes multiple licensed analysis tools
  • Exports FBX, HTR, and C3D
  • Lifetime free support is listed

Limits

  • Pricing is available only on request
  • Windows is the only listed platform
  • Motion-capture system pricing starts at USD20,000

Who it suits

It suits scientific, healthcare, production, and engineering teams needing motion capture, analysis, tracking, or real-time animation connections. Windows is the listed platform.

Verdict

Cortex combines capture, analysis, retargeting, export, and broad equipment integrations for specialized motion workflows. Buyers should request a quote and account for the stated system starting price and Windows requirement.

Where Specifiction places it

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