Catenary curve generator
A tool that allows you to generate Catenary curves (realistically looking hanging rope/chain)
UPDATE 2013-06-04:
- Now you can create Catenary curves from your current scene selection. Very useful for bridges, electricity poles, ropes etc...
- You can also delete objects from the end anchor point list
- I've also added the feature to delete all the curves, or the last created, which makes it easier to navigate in more complex scenes
Features:
- generation of Catenary curves in any arbitrary transformation space
- generation of Catenary curves from one origin onto unlimited end points at once
- you can specify an explicit gravity vector (via the gravity space warp) for more flexibility
- tweakable parameters for the curves
- random length % parameter of the Catenary curves for added realism
INSTALLATION:
I haven't provided an automatic installer, but all you need to do is to put the .mse file in your stdplugs/stdscripts directory and the .mcr file in your usermacros directory.
After you start Max, you'll find the Catenary Generator tool under the duber tools menu.
Enjoy!
Attachment | Size |
---|---|
catenarygenerator_v0.6b.zip | 17.81 KB |
Comments
where is user macros directory for 3dsmax 2012?
where is user macros directory for 3dsmax 2012?
Update
Ok, guys, I just updated the script. Give it a go. :)
- loocas
Delete All
Yeah, I was thinking about including that feature, but I thought since the curves are named properly, selecting and deleting them shouldn't be an issue.
But I can always add that, if it's something that people want. :) Overall, it's still a beta.
- loocas
+1
It seems very interesting script, Thank you
thanks to scriptspot community
+1
Nicely done. What I like most is the Wind influence, but I saw in the video demonstration that one thing missing... "Delete All" button. :)
Cheers!
bga