Israeli firm’s virtual Olympics
by JERUSALEM (JTA) -- Israel may not break any world records at the Sydney Olympics, but an Israeli company is providing the techno, Orad Hi-Tec Systems is providing the technology chosen by several leading international networks to enhance their sports broadca
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Among the techniques being used at Sydney are virtual runners, which run alongside the real Olympic athletes at a pace of the world record holder. The virtual runners look like they are a part of the action and allow viewers to get a better feel how close the runners are to a world record.
Broadcasters are also using the company's Virtual World Record Line at several swimming and track and field events. For example, a computer-drawn line marks the spot a long jumper must cross to break a record.
Networks using Orad's tools include NBC in the United States, ARD in Germany, NHK in Japan, France2 and Australia's Channel 7.
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