About the Project
Aeronaut is an interactive VR music video centered around the lead singer of Smashing Pumpkins, Billy Corgan.
Key Features
- "Aeronaut" is one of the first music experiences to feature a hologram created with Microsoft Mixed Reality Capture
- The technology was used to capture Billy Corgan's performance in volumetric video
- In this experience, Viacom and Isobar explored how to better connect fans to artists by allowing them to interact with and experience music in an entirely new way
Development Process & Involvement
Concept Validation Phase
- Architected and developed proof of concept combining cutting-edge technologies:
- Integrated Tilt Brush artistic output with custom-developed shaders
- Successfully implemented Microsoft Holographic Capture SDK integration
- Created seamless interaction between VR artwork and real-time rendering
Stakeholder Buy-in
- Demonstrated technical feasibility through:
- Interactive prototype showcasing core functionality
- Successfully secured project approval by highlighting:
- Innovation in combining VR art tools with holographic capture
- Potential for unique user experiences
Development Leadership
- Led technical team execution:
- Mentored junior developers in VR/AR best practices
- Established code review processes and technical standards for Unity development
Technical Problem-Solving
- Critical issue resolution:
- Diagnosed and isolated texture bandwidth limitations in Microsoft Holographic Capture SDK