Enchanting Organic Simulations: Algorithms and Techniques
2025-07-16
This article delves into the algorithmic techniques behind creating captivating organic simulations, inspired by the behavior of organisms like Physarum polycephalum. The author meticulously explains Jeff Jones' algorithm, detailing particle movement, trail deposition, diffusion, and decay, showcasing how parameter adjustments (sensor distance, angle, rotation angle, move distance) yield diverse results. The article further explores Sage Jenson's '36 Points' project, which introduces dynamic parameter formulas for increased complexity and variety. Finally, the author shares their implementation, leveraging GPU computation and color experiments, providing code snippets and links to interactive projects.
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