Hi @matthewepler. I have some experience with calculating file sizing/transfer requirements. I would suggest to split your requirements in 3 areas:
- From capture to storage - this would give you some key requirements on the throughput the PC would have to handle (once a frame is captured).
- Capture processing power - Depending on the camera and the demands it would have for the PC.
- Transport control - what you need to maintain accurate and real time coordination. Assume you would be using some hardware controller (arduino?) for keeping some of those tasks off the pc, but maybe not.
I may be able to help (primarily on item 1).