Electricity in a Particle System for Special Effects

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The discussion focuses on creating an electric arc effect using Particle Systems in Houdini FX. The user seeks expressions or mathematical techniques to manipulate particle positions to simulate electricity visually. The conversation highlights the need for clarity in describing particle behavior and the desired visual outcome for effective assistance. Participants emphasize the importance of specific details to facilitate meaningful responses.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Particle Systems in Houdini FX
  • Familiarity with expressions and mathematical functions for particle manipulation
  • Knowledge of visual effects principles related to electricity simulation
  • Basic skills in 3D modeling and animation concepts
NEXT STEPS
  • Research Houdini FX particle expressions for dynamic movement
  • Explore mathematical functions for simulating electric arcs
  • Learn about visual effects techniques for electricity in 3D environments
  • Investigate tutorials on creating realistic particle effects in Houdini FX
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3D artists, visual effects designers, and technical directors working with Houdini FX who are interested in enhancing their skills in particle manipulation and electricity simulation.

Armitage19
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Hello,

I work with Particle Systems for special effects (Houdini FX) and I would like to build a electric arc system.
I can offset the positions of every particle by certain rules/conditions or expressions and maybe someone here,
Knows a expression or a good link to something like this. Some math that I can use to change the particle positions in a way, that it looks like electricity

Thank you!
 
Armitage19 said:
I can offset the positions of every particle by certain rules/conditions or expressions and maybe someone here,
Knows a expression or a good link to something like this. Some math that I can use to change the particle positions in a way, that it looks like electricity

What? What particles? What do you mean by, "that it looks like electricity"? We're going to need you to be a lot more descriptive if you want help.
 

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