T-pose
Incomputer animation,aT-pose,also known as abind poseorreference pose,is a default posing for a3D model'sskeletonbefore it is animated.[1]It is called so because of its shape: the straight legs and arms of a humanoid model combine to form a capital letter T. When the arms are angled downwards, the pose is sometimes referred to as anA-poseinstead. Likewise, if the arms are angled upward, it is called aY-pose.
Usage[edit]
The T-pose is primarily used as the default armature pose forskeletal animationin 3D softwares, which is then manipulated to create animation. The purpose of T-pose relates to the automatic weighting on vertices which can be done easier using the pose.
Outside of being default poses in animation software, T-poses are typically used as placeholders for animation not yet completed, particularly in3D animatedvideo games.[2]In somemotion capturesoftware, a T-pose must be assumed by the actor in themotion capture suitbefore motion capturing can begin.[3]There are other poses used, but the T-pose is the most common one.
As an Internet meme[edit]
Starting in 2016 and resurfacing in 2017, the T-pose has become a widespreadInternet memedue to its bizarre andnon sequiturappearance, especially in video game glitches where there would otherwise be an animation.[4][5]As an Internet meme, it is often used to convey the idea of asserting dominance over others.[citation needed]
In a prerelease video of the gameNBA Elite 11,the demo was filled withglitches,notably one unintentionally showing a T-pose in place of the proper animation for the model of playerAndrew Bynum.The glitch later gained fame as the "Jesus Bynum glitch".[6][7]PublisherEAeventually cancelled the game as they found it unsatisfactory. A similar occurrence happened withCyberpunk 2077.[8]
In the2023 Formula One season,driverGeorge Russellperformed a T-pose in the opening credits of the series' TV broadcasts.[9]This quickly became a meme within the motorsports community. Russell repeated the pose after claiming pole position at the2024 Canadian Grand Prix[10]and winning the2024 Austrian Grand Prix.[11]
See also[edit]
- Vitruvian Man,a diagram by Leonardo da Vinci with the figure of a man making a T and ajack
References[edit]
- ^Autodesk."T-pose - Maya LT 2018".Autodesk knowledge Network.Autodesk, Inc.Retrieved16 January2019.
- ^Nelson, Xalavier Jr. (4 January 2019)."How developers create cinematics".PC Gamer.Future US, Inc.Retrieved16 January2019.
- ^Stuart, S.C."This $2,500 Suit Simplifies Motion Capture for Filmmakers".PCMag.Ziff Davis, LLC.Retrieved16 January2019.
- ^Hathaway, Jay (15 May 2018)."How the 'T-pose' became a meme".The Daily Dot.Retrieved16 January2019.
- ^"T-pose".Dictionary.com.Retrieved2021-03-12.
- ^"How A Big Video Game Was Killed".Kotaku.com. 2 December 2010.Retrieved2013-09-01.
- ^"Remember NBA Elite 11 & Jesus Bynum?".ballislife.com.Retrieved2020-09-06.
- ^Isaac, Mike; Browning, Kellen (December 19, 2020)."Cyberpunk 2077 Was Supposed to Be the Biggest Video Game of the Year. What Happened?".The New York Times.RetrievedDecember 20,2020.
- ^""Memes Are Rolling In": George Russell Becomes the "Meme Material" as Fans Get Creative in the Latest F1 Challenge ".EssentiallySports.2023-03-04.Retrieved2024-06-19.
- ^"Russell amuses fans with intro pose to celebrate".GPblog.com.Retrieved2024-06-19.
- ^"2024 Austrian Grand Prix race report and highlights: Russell claims surprise win in Austria after Verstappen and Norris dramatically collide in battle for the lead | Formula 1®".Formula 1® - The Official F1® Website.Retrieved2024-07-06.
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