File extension .BVH
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Biovision Hierarchy Animation Format | Biovision | 3D Image Files |
The BVH (Biovision Hierarchy .BVH) file extension is a digital character animation file format developed by Biovision, Inc. for motion capturing data saved in the Biological Motion Hierarchy format. BVH was initially used by Life Forms software for motion-capturing data generated by Kinect and other motion capture hardware. The hierarchical structure of the BVH files allows the user to visualize and modify extracted motion capture data.
Storage of Motion Captured Data in BVH Files
A BVH file contains various joint hierarchies, which include joint points, orientation, channels, offsets and frames. A joint represents coordinates that represent motion in different parts of a character model or of a single element such as the hand or head. The orientation element is a set of values for the axes of rotation concerning each joint. Channels store movements along three axes. The offsets define the distance between each joint points according to its orientation in three-dimensional space. Frames represent values for each joint node in the model at specific points in time.
Similar File Extensions
Other similar file formats for motion captured data include .FBX, .BLEND, .IFL, .MOT, and .BIP. These three-dimensional animation formats are supported by various 3D design platforms and animation tools including Autodesk 3ds Max, Blender, Maya, Cinema 4d, etc.
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After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .BVH) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .BVH extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .BVH file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .BVH extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .BVH extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .BVH file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .BVH file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .BVH file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .BVH file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .BVH file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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