Evolver

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Evolver (software)

Evolver is a software package that allows users to solve a wide variety of optimization problems using a genetic algorithm. Launched in 1990, it was the first commercially available genetic algorithm package for personal computers. The program was originally developed by Axcelis, Inc. and is now owned by Palisade Corporation.

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Evolver (website)

Evolver was the first solution to provide a central portal to design, manage and transport 3D digital avatars. Evolver enables social media experience through "avatars or user's representation" across applications which use them, such as virtual worlds, video games and social networks.

Overview

Evolver users may move creations across virtual worlds. Because each Evolver avatar is created with a custom face and body animation rig, it can be transported to many 2D or 3D platform.

The site allows users to create a 3D avatar or clone quickly and for free, exportable for use in many destinations. Advanced 3D artists can export high resolution models rigged for animation. For example, the University of Southern California uses it for its class on performance-capture, co-instructed by producer Robert Zemeckis. Evolver allowed the class to create six mocap-ready character skeletons, with textures and skinning, without knowing how to build 3D characters.

Avatars are built by morphing different ready made avatars (called ancestors) together using sliders. It is possible to select a specific feature to adjust, such as an eye. Alternately, users can upload a headshot photo to create a custom 3D clone. The user can then make subtle or major changes to the “clone” avatar by tweaking the facial and physical attributes. It also includes a complete library of clothing options to give each character an individual style. The final characters are rigged for animation.