ExplosiaFX

A ground-up look at the ExplosiaFX object and its key properties.

Learn all about the solver at the heart of ExplosiaFX.

Explore the Display options to review simulations.

Use xpModifiers and Cinema 4D deformers to guide and shape the fluid.
 

Learn all about the ExplosiaFX Tags and how they interact with the ExplosiaFX solver.

Use the ExplosiaFX Source Tag to turn objects and particles into simulation sources.

Turn objects into fluid colliders and drive fluid velocities with the ExplosiaFX Collider Tag.

Take a deep dive into the Simulation tab of the ExplosiaFX Object.

Control the relative size and overall speed of the fluid with the Sim Speed and Scale parameters.

See how Buoyancy and Vorticity emulate natural forces to achieve realistic fluid motion.

Learn how the Burn model, Dissipation and Diffusion are used to emulate different combustion effects.

Explore all the Substeps settings to improve the accuracy and stability of simulations.

Work through three project-based Simulation tutorials using various ExplosiaFX techniques in each.

Create a fiery sconce scene by adding Flames and Embers with the xpEFX Source Tag and an xpEmitter.

Learn how to produce fine, wispy smoke and a diffuse flame to create a classic Candle look.

Use high pressures and particle velocities to create an energetic Explosion.

Follow along with two in-depth ExplosiaFX rendering projects.

Bring in ExplosiaFX data with Cycles 4D to the render and create a realistic Fire and Smoke material.

Use the ExplosiaFX Color channel to create colorful smoke and fire Explosions.