Open Rendering Environment

Contents

1 Introduction 2 Status 3 Science 4 Results 5 Links of Interest 6 Open Rendering Environment in the Classroom

Introduction

Open Rendering Environment (ORE) captures the power of BOINC in a unique way. Instead of using the power of shared computing for the advancement of science, ORE uses it to advance the arts. Specifically, ORE allows 3D animators and artists to add some digital muscle to their rendering. Animation and 3D rendering (the act of creating a 3D image) are very time consuming processes that typically require extremely powerful computers to process efficiently. Larger animation firms like Pixar get around this problem with powerhouse behemoth computers, but smaller, independent artists don't necessarily have those. So, ORE provides them with a way to spread out the intense burden of rendering, allowing them to do renders that would normally take several months in just a matter of days. This huge boost in productivity means that more people can break into the realm of modern animated cinema.

Status

Currently still under testing and refinement. Participation in the project (as an artist) is on an invitation basis for the time being.

Videos

Science

[The Science section might (or might not) be divided into two parts: {1} general discussion of the field, and then {2} a discussion of the project's specific endeavor. For instance, in LHC@home, we might have {1} "Science of the Large Hardon Collider" and then {2} "Science of LHC@home"
The above is desirable, because in most cases, the field of research is really fascinating, and presenting this in broad terms-- outlining the big questions-- can make it easier to understand the particulars of the project and why it is important. ]

Results

View the gallery of work rendered by the project.

Links of Interest

Open Rendering Environment Homepage (English)

Open Rendering Environment Homepage (Finnish/Sami)

Open Rendering Environment in the Classroom

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