8 Best C++ Gesture Detection Libraries

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by aryaman@openweaver.com dot icon Updated: Mar 7, 2023

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There are several C++ gesture detection libraries available that offer a range of functionalities for detecting and recognizing various types of gestures. These libraries help developers and researchers build applications that use gesture-based interfaces, control systems, and virtual environments.  



The use cases for gesture detection libraries are diverse and varied, spanning industries such as healthcare, gaming, education, entertainment, and more. Overall, gesture detection libraries offer powerful tools for developers and researchers to create innovative applications that can improve user experiences and increase engagement with technology. 



Here is the list of 8 Best C++ Gesture Detection Libraries:

OpenCV 

  • Helps in detecting hand gestures in real-time video streams. 
  • Useful for building applications for gesture-based user interfaces. 
  • Helps in tracking the movement of the hand and fingers. 

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                      OpenPose 

                      • Helps in detecting and tracking human body movements and gestures. 
                      • Useful for building applications for gesture-based control systems and virtual reality. 
                      • Helps in identifying and classifying different poses and gestures, such as hand signals and dance movements. 

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                      OpenPose: Real-time multi-person keypoint detection library for body, face, hands, and foot estimation

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                                OpenPose: Real-time multi-person keypoint detection library for body, face, hands, and foot estimation
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                                          Caffe-Posenet 

                                          • Helps in detecting and tracking full-body movements, including gestures. 
                                          • Useful for building applications for fitness tracking and sports analysis. 
                                          • Helps in recognizing and identifying different poses and gestures, such as yoga poses and dance movements. 

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                                                              Nuitrack 

                                                              • Helps in detecting and tracking full-body movements, including gestures. 
                                                              • Useful for developing applications for fitness tracking and rehabilitation. 
                                                              • Helps in recognizing and distinguishing different gestures, such as wave, swipe, and pinch. 

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                                                                                  RealSenseID

                                                                                  • Useful for building applications for natural user interfaces and gesture-based control systems. 
                                                                                  • Helps in tracking the position and orientation of objects in 3D space. 
                                                                                  • Useful for developing applications for robotics and autonomous vehicles.

                                                                                  RealSenseIDby IntelRealSense

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                                                                                                      HandTrack 

                                                                                                      • Helps in detecting and tracking hand movements and gestures. 
                                                                                                      • Useful for building applications for natural user interfaces and gesture-based control systems. 
                                                                                                      • Helps in recognizing and distinguishing different hand gestures, such as open hand and closed fist. 

                                                                                                      handtrackby irllabs

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                                                                                                                          Myo.Net

                                                                                                                          • Helps in detecting and recognizing hand and arm gestures. 
                                                                                                                          • Useful for building applications for gesture-based control systems and wearables. 
                                                                                                                          • Useful for developing applications for remote control and teleoperation. 

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                                                                                                                                              GestureWorks-Node-Bindings

                                                                                                                                              • Helps in detecting and recognizing touch and gesture input on touchscreens and mobile devices. 
                                                                                                                                              • Useful for building applications for kiosks and interactive displays. 
                                                                                                                                              • Helps in designing and customizing gesture-based interfaces. 
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