The new version 6.5.4 of FumeFX incorporates significant improvements in particle handling and integration with other plugins. Among its new features, the ability to manually define particle lifespan stands out, a key function for tyFlow users, allowing more precise control in effect animation.
Improvements in the 3ds Max particle interface
NodeWorks expands its functionality with a new particle interface in 3ds Max, offering support for particle groups and PBD liquid simulations. This update improves compatibility with external tools like tyFlow and expands options for manipulating complex dynamics.
New tools for advanced particle manipulation
Within the NodeWorks improvements, new options have been incorporated to enhance particle behavior in advanced simulations:
- Propagate Node: allows transferring attributes between nearby particles, facilitating more realistic interactions.
- Spline Force Node: adds the Spline Lock option, ensuring particles follow the assigned spline without changing due to proximity.
- Spline Index Input Pin: enables procedural selection of splines for individual particles, optimizing trajectory distribution.
Update in color and object data management
To improve workflow with particles, changes have been made to the color and object data nodes:
- Color Node has been renamed to Color Const, optimizing the reading and writing of chromatic attributes.
- Object Info Node now provides more detailed information about objects in the scene, including vertex count, surface area, and volume.
Optimization in simulations with voxel grids and particle physics
The Initialize Grid node introduces advanced voxel grid expansion options, similar to FumeFX controls, facilitating volume setup in simulations. Other key adjustments include:
- Speed, Scale, Mass, and Position Nodes: now feature a Blend option, allowing smooth transitions between predefined and existing values.
- Force Node: adds support for Read, Set, and Add operations, improving precision in force application.
- Spin Node: has been updated with Read, Set, Add, and Blend options for greater flexibility in rotational effects.
- Display Attributes Node: now displays particle rotation attributes, providing greater control over visual effects.
A higher level of precision in visual effects
Version 6.5.4 of FumeFX significantly improves particle control and integration with tools like tyFlow, offering more options for detailed simulations. With improvements in attribute manipulation, physical effect optimization, and compatibility with particle dynamics, this update provides a higher level of precision and realism in creating visual effects.