ArborSway
Developer: cmjohncheng
3ds Max script that sets up wind on GrowFX trees in one click, with varied stiffness and amplitude and batch processing.
What ArborSway does
ArborSway automates wind animation for GrowFX trees in 3ds Max. Select a tree and click Apply Wind: a Wind Helper is created, Wind Modifiers are added to the paths and everything is linked.
Stiffness and amplitude vary with tree structure, so main trunks stay rigid while thin branches and leaves sway more freely. One floating dialog sets overall intensity, stiffness and speed in place of the modifier stack, and checkboxes can leave out trunks or restrict motion to leaves and flowers, protecting viewport performance. Batch processing handles many trees, a looping toggle recalculates values for seamless loops, and version 2.1 can bake a Point Cache to lighten heavy scenes.
Key features
- One-click wind setup on GrowFX trees
- Stiffness and amplitude varied by tree structure
- Single dialog for intensity, stiffness and speed
- Batch apply or remove on many trees
- Looping toggle and Point Cache baking in v2.1
FAQ
Is ArborSway free?
Yes, ArborSway is free. Click the Download Free button on this PluginDex page to get it at no cost.
Which apps does ArborSway work with?
ArborSway works with 3ds Max.
Who develops ArborSway?
ArborSway is developed by cmjohncheng. You can find their other plugins on the cmjohncheng page of this catalog.
Where can I download ArborSway?
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