HumanIK promises simpler character animation. (product gallery).

Kaydara has launched a new character animation product for Discreet 3ds max users. Called HumanlK, the plug-in offers a comprehensive suite of character animation tools and full integration with 3ds max. The product is built on the company's Motionbuilder technology.

Product notes:

* Automatic character rigging provides timesavings; motion re-targeting between HumanlK-based characters is simplified and allows animators to use diverse motion data in one, unified animation environment.

* BodyGenerator for quick creation of human bone structures.

* Fully customisable user ...