Introduction
This project is a GPU-accelerated particle simulation built with OpenGL. Motion is calculated using vertex and compute shaders, where each particle follows defined rules of interaction and evolution.
The playground allows experimenting with different particle behaviors, from simple spawning to complex N-body simulations and mesh surface interactions.
Features
Spawning Particle Program
Particles spawn with random lifetime, velocity, and color within a defined area.
Single Attractor
Particles are drawn toward a movable attractor point on the screen.
Multi Attractor
Particles respond to multiple attractor points, each influencing their trajectory.
N-Body Simulation
Particles interact with one another using an inverse-square law, simulating gravitational-like forces.
Mesh Surface Estimation
Particles are guided toward random points on a mesh surface, creating a surface-filling effect.
Conclusion
The Particle Simulation Playground highlights the versatility of GPU programming with OpenGL. By leveraging shaders for motion, interaction, and rendering, it creates visually rich simulations that can scale efficiently while offering diverse particle behaviors.