Bifrost for Maya
Create complex simulations, right in Maya
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Bifrost makes it possible to create physically accurate and incredibly detailed simulations in a single visual programming environment in Maya.
Compounds & Graphs
From dust storms and volumetric clouds to fire and explosions, pre-built compounds and graphs make it quick and easy to create blockbuster-worthy effects right out-of-the-box.
You can also upload and share your own compounds and graphs at the “Upload your work” link below.
Rebel Pack 0.4.2
This version of the Rebel Pack, 0.4.2, works with Bifrost 2.6.
mesh_to_strand
Using strands to reconstruct edges of each face in a geometry.
Compounds & Graphs
From dust storms and volumetric clouds to fire and explosions, pre-built compounds and graphs make it quick and easy to create blockbuster-worthy effects right out-of-the-box.
You can also upload and share your own compounds and graphs at the “Upload your work” link below.
mesh_to_strand
Using strands to reconstruct edges of each face in a geometry.
Join us in the Bifrost Forum
This is the place for artists using Bifrost to ask and answer questions, browse popular topics, and share knowledge about creating effects procedurally using Bifrost.
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Get your burning Bifrost questions answered
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Tutorials
From written and video tutorials for beginners to complex walkthroughs for the most advanced users, we’ve got a range of learning content to get you started using Bifrost for Maya.
Getting Started in Bifrost
Getting Started in Bifrost
This series covers the basics of creating, caching, and rendering effects in Bifrost.
Visual Programming in Bifrost for non-programmers
Visual Programming in Bifrost for non-programmers
See how you can use a simple expression as a starting point for visual programming in Bifrost.
Programming a Geometry Collision Detection
Programming a Geometry Collision Detection
Learn how to program a function that examines whether and where geometries touch or intersect.
Bifrost Bootcamp
Become a Bifrost master in this 3-part bootcamp led by Bifrost product owners and research scientists. In these classes, we cover everything from how to use Bifrost for visual programming to deep dives into the aerodynamics and combustion solvers for natural-looking smoke, fire, and explosions, and the MPM solver for granular and cloth FX.
Note: These are intermediate/advanced level courses. If you’re new to Bifrost, we recommend watching the Getting Started in Bifrost tutorials first.
Getting Started with the Bifrost Aero Solver - Part 1
Getting Started with the Bifrost Aero Solver - Part 1
Bifrost introduces a new visual programming environment with cutting-edge dynamic solvers to Maya. <br> In part 1 of this series, senior product owner and designer Konstantinos “Kosta” Stamatelos walks through the basics of getting started with the new physically-based aerodynamics solver.
Bifrost MPM Solver Masterclass
Bifrost MPM Solver Masterclass
In this in-depth masterclass, Theodore Gast walks through the new material point solver in Bifrost for Maya.
Bifrost Visual Programming Masterclass - Part 1 of 2
Bifrost Visual Programming Masterclass - Part 1 of 2
In this masterclass, Bifrost Product Manager Marcus Nordenstam will teach you how to use Bifrost visual programming to create a disintegration effect on production assets with UV mapping, animation, and deformation. <br> In part one, Marcus walks through detaching faces from a mesh. <br> +++ <br> Note: This masterclass assumes you are using Bifrost 2.1.0.0 or later, and also requires compounds from the “Rebel Pack”, which can be downloaded here: https://area.autodesk.com/downloads/rebel-pack-030/
Get started with Bifrost for Maya
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