Waseda University ICT and Robotics

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Waseda University

Speakers

Takashi Kawai

Delta Co.Ltd.

Using VR-based Systems in a Professional Baseball Team—Challenges and Perspectives

In baseball batting, batsmen predict the entire ball trajectory by observing the ball release at a glance and swing the bat toward the predicted impact point. Accurate visual perception of space and precise prediction of ball trajectory are essential for success in baseball batting. Recently, the VR technology is applied to assist batsmen to develop these skills and batting training systems have been developed. In this session, a baseball expert will talk about the usage of a VR-based system in a professional baseball team, the pros and cons of the current systems, and direction for future improvement.

Biography

Entered Josai University from OSAKA TOIN Junior and Senior High School
1998: Joined Chiba Lotte Marines in 3rd round draft
2006: Transferred to Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles
2016: Retired and became batting practice pitcher
2017: Served concurrently at Rakuten Eagles’ Strategy Office and R&D Group
2018: Left Rakuten Eagles
2018: Joined Delta Co., Ltd.