Soft Body Dynamics Courses and Certifications

Performance-Based Dynamics in Maya

Learn techniques for creating stable, animation-friendly dynamics-based rigs in Maya. Master soft and rigid simulations, muscle systems, and time-saving tools for enhanced 3D animation workflows.

• Pluralsight
• 2 hours 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Fields Institute

Training Autonomous Dynamics of a Soft Body - Embedding Bifurcation Structures Using Physical Reservoir Computing

Explore physical reservoir computing for embedding bifurcation structures in autonomous dynamics of soft bodies, focusing on innovative machine learning applications in dynamical systems.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Create an Organic Abstract Form Using Soft Body Dynamics

Learn to create stunning organic abstract forms using soft body dynamics in Cinema 4D, from geometry creation to final coloring in Photoshop. Master simulation, lighting, texturing, and rendering techniques.

• Skillshare
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Maya: Dynamic Simulations with Bullet Physics

10 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to set up and direct Bullet simulations for collisions, breakage, and simple cloth effects.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Houdini 15.5: Dynamics and Simulation

7 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Raise the bar of your 3D skill set, and learn how to create realistic effects and dynamic simulations in Houdini.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 3 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

CG Cookie

Intro to Cloth Sims & Softbody Dynamics in Blender 2.93 - 2021

Learn to simulate soft objects in Blender 2.93, including cloth folding, bouncing balls, and draping curtains. Master soft body dynamics and cloth simulations for realistic, deformable objects.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

eyedesyn

Controlling Soft Body Dynamics Inflation Using Fields

Learn to control soft body dynamics inflation in Cinema 4D using Mograph Fields. Master techniques for modeling seams, adding vertex maps, and creating organic inflation effects for realistic 3D simulations.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

eyedesyn

Creating Soft Body Dynamic Strings in Cinema 4D

Learn to create dynamic string simulations in Cinema 4D using Soft Body Dynamics. Master emitters, tracers, and sweep objects to generate realistic string geometry with adjustable viscosity and accurate simulations.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

eyedesyn

Inflate or Deflate Objects Using Soft Body Dynamics in Cinema 4D

Learn to inflate and deflate objects using Soft Body Dynamics in Cinema 4D. Master dynamic springs, collision shapes, and stiffness settings to create realistic 3D animations.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

eyedesyn

Intro to Soft Body Dynamics

Learn to create inflated rubber sphere animations using Cinema 4D's Soft Body Dynamics. Master settings, model preparation, lighting, texturing, and looping techniques for dynamic GIFs.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

eyedesyn

Cinema 4D Tutorial - Cloth Simulation Using Soft Body Dynamics

Create realistic cloth simulations using Soft Body Dynamics and Dynamic Connectors in Cinema 4D. Learn essential techniques for adjusting friction, setting initial states, and manipulating cloth surfaces.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

eyedesyn

Using Soft Body Dynamics to Create an Elastic Ribbon

Master Soft Body Dynamics in Cinema 4D to create elastic ribbons. Learn creative workflows, project setup, and advanced techniques for dynamic, visually striking 3D animations.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Creating a Dynamic Grappling Hook in Houdini

Throughout these lessons, we'll explore how to use Houdini's wire system along with soft body dynamic constraints to create a grappling hook wire that shoots out and retracts based on these constraints. Software required: Houdini FX 14.0.258.

• Pluralsight
• 2 hours 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available