A method for online evaluation of forces acting on a character in a virtual reality environment

Abstract

This invention provides a method for online force assessment of characters in a virtual reality environment, aiming to achieve real-time quantitative assessment, physical accuracy, and high robustness of force on humanoid character movements in virtual reality environments. This method combines a motion generation model and a physics optimizer, using an end-to-end integrated approach to dynamically estimate key mechanical parameters such as joint torque and ground reaction force. Specific steps include: acquiring user motion trajectory data from sparse sensors (such as VR headsets and controllers); generating preliminary full-body motion postures using a motion generation model based on discrete latent space learning; performing physical correction and force estimation on the motion using a physics optimization module (employing a dual proportional-differential controller and a motion tracking optimizer); integrating motion data and force parameters; and outputting character animation and force visualization results in real time through a rendering engine. Through the collaborative design of motion generation and physical force assessment, this invention significantly improves the realism, real-time performance, and adaptability of virtual character movements, making it suitable for VR applications such as security monitoring, medical training, and sports simulation, enhancing immersion and interaction efficiency.

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