STEREO 3-D on 360 degrees.

[P3D Michel Dusariez <dusariez@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

3-D STEREO 360=B0 PANOPTIC

On the 26th of March, 1993, during a local meeting of Belgian members of
the INTERNATIONAL STEREOSCOPIC UNION (ISU) a completely new type of camera
was presented, to the best of our knowledge for the first time in the
world. This camera combines two original photographic techniques, 360=B0
panoptic photography and stereoscopic photography.

This prototype, designed and built by optician Michel DUSARIEZ of Brussels,
BELGIUM will take - in one go - two stereoscopic pairs of photographs
covering two times 360=B0
The very first experimental photograph had been taken the day before in the
optician's shop.

The two prints, of an elongated format, ratio 1:4.93, each covering 360=B0 .

The camera was made from a body of a CANON AE1 cut in two parts, and
separeted about 40mm in order to have a base of 66mm.

The lenses used are two 12.5 mm f/2.8 covering 73=B0 vertically. The length
of each of the two negatives covering one full 360=B0 turn is 78.5 mm.

A cam disc automatically switches off current after two revolutions. The
panoptic principle used, is based on that of the Danish inventor Lars R.
LARSEN. The unique feature of the Stereo Panoptic Camera is that the film
instead of passing between the disc and the film pressure plate passes via
two drums, one of which is fixed to the base.

Present at the first public presentation were Mr. Pierre CHANTRENNE, ISU
representative for Belgium, Guy MARTIN, experienced stereoscopist, Dr. J-M
STRAUS, constructor of stereo cameras since 1946, and Roland DECONINCK,
kite aerial photographer.

=46URTHER INFORMATION

MK2 STEREO 3-D PANOPTIC CAMERA

=46urther to the STEREO 3-D PANOPTIC CAMERA. Please note that in October
1994, another panoptic Stereo Camera was built: The MK 2 STEREO 3-D
PANOPTIC CAMERA. It uses 120 film and is equipped with two TOKINA 17 mm
lenses for top quality image sharpness. Also in this case, viewing takes
place with the VIEW MAGIC Over/Under viewing system from Dimension Press.

DE BOELPAPE PRIZE

Last News.  I am laureate of the Royal Academy of Belgium -  Sciences class
Prize  DE BOELPAEPE - 34th  biennal period : January 1st, 1994 - December
31st, 1995.

=46or a new process combination  to produce panoramic photographic images
cover  360=B0  horizontaly and  110=B0 verticaly, on the same film, in one a=
nd
single take, with a special prototype camera, allowed to restitue the
complete stereoscopic relief on 360=B0 with the help of a special viewer.
5view MAGIC from Dimension Press - over/under system as describe hereabove.

All of that will be in presentation on the First EUROMEETING  of Panoramic
Photographers organised by the INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PANORAMIC
PHOTOGRAPHERS (IAPP)
24th and 25th August 1996 in Brussels,
Hotel Bedford, 1000 Brussels

With a view to making panoramic photography in all its aspects known to a
larger public, the European correspondants of the specialised USA based
organisation IAPP which has members worldwide, organise two information
days aiming at advanced specialists as well as amateurs. Although the
meeting language will be English, there will be limited  possibilities for
translations into and out of French and German.

During the two days, various types of panoramic equipment - old and new -
will be presented. This photographic process which is more than 150 years
old has recently seen major new development. QTVR (Quick Time Virtual
Reality) will be demonstrated, and several well-known specialists have
already announced their participation. The EUROMEETING will be a unique
opportunity to get to know the various facets of the procedure in all its
aspects.

It will be possible to stay at the hotel BEDFORD at cut-rate prices
negociated exclusively for the participants of the MEETING.

Hotel BEDFORD, Rue du Midi,135 -  B - 1000 Brussels - tel 32 2 512 78 40
=46ax 32 2 514 17 59

Whereas participation in the MEETING is free of charge, we would appreciate
if participants could register beforehand.

Please send your name and address to the address below  without obligation
already now, and you will receive the complete programme with timetables
etc. in due course before the MEETING.

Informations :

=46IRST IAPP EUROMEETING  - 24-25 August 1996.
c/o Michel DUSARIEZ
14, avenue Capitaine PIRET
B - 1150 Brussels
BELGIUM.

Tel 32 2 513 21 46  Fax 32 2 512 68 29
E-mail  <dusariez.pano.optic@xxxxxxxxx>
until July 15, after contact Hotel BEDFORD.



In the US you may send this form to
Bob ERICKSON
3042 Cardinal Drive
Delray Beach, FL 33444
U.S.A.

Phone 407 276-0886
=46ax  407 265-1838
E-mail <iappprez@xxxxxxx>

=46irst IAPP EUROMEETING - BRUSSELS - BELGIUM
24th - 25th August 1996

Everyone interested in panoramas is invited to attend the first IAPP
EUROMEETING - August 24 -25, 1996.

HOTEL BEDFORD   -   Rue du Midi 135   -   B-1000 Brussels
Telephone:   32 2 512 78 40
Telefax          32 2 514 17 59


PROGRAM

=46riday afternoon.

Evening: arrival - informal gathering

Saturday Morning

10 AM: departure for a photo walk in the City - Grand Place (the Town Hall
Square, an architectural jewel) Place du Sablon - Royal Palace - Stock
Exchange - Manneken Pis (The Mascot of Brussels)

1 - 2 PM:  Informal Lunch, optional  (Falstaff, typical Brussels restaurant)

Saturday Afternoon & Evening

2 -  4 PM: Free Time

4 - 7 PM: Press Conference and public lectures and demonstrations of
various processes and systems. (QTVR presented by the Brussels firm Magic
Media, SEITZ Roundshot etc.)

Pause for snacks and drinks, 7 - 8 PM.

8 - 10 PM : Public lectures and demonstrations of  various processes and
systems. (QTVR presented by the Brussels firm Magic Media, SEITZ Roundshot
etc.)
Sunday Morning

Morning and Lunch  Free -  10 - 12 AM, swap and trade corner

Sunday Afternoon

2 - 6 PM:  specific addresses for panoramic specialists, "open door", but
not aimed at the wider public.

7 - 10 PM: Closing Awards Banquet

10 PM >>  ?? Fellowship in the bar

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Registration Form to First IAPP EURO MEETING - BRUSSELS - BELGIUM
24th - 25th August 1996

Name
Address
City
Pays
Postal,Code
Phone number
=46ax number

I wish to make a presentation. My topic will be:
Do you have special needs?


=46or the hotel reservation contact the hotel BEDFORD ( ask for IAPP reduced
price to Mrs A-M CARLIER)

Return this form or a copy to :

IAPP EUROMEETING
c/o Michel DUSARIEZ
14, avenue Capitaine PIRET
B - 1150 Brussels
BELGIUM.
Tel 32 2 513 21 46  Fax 32 2 512 68 29
E-mail  <dusariez.pano.optic@xxxxxxxxx>
until July 15, after contact Hotel BEDFORD.



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