Shape has the ability to take in some forms of Automation data without the need for a multicontroller connection. To add an automation system navigate to Create->Automation Systems
Automation systems work together with controllers to move objects in realtime inside SHAPE. The automation system is used to align the world 0’s between real world and SHAPE scene, to offset individual objects to compensate for sensor placement please see the “Controllers“ section.
Automation systems can be aligned either by moving them with the translate tool or using the alignment tool.
There are currently 2 types of Automation Systems supported directly in SHAPE: