FXPHD – Liam Whitehouse – Pyrotechnic Explosions in Houdini

Free Download Master Pyrotechnic Explosions with Houdini and Axiom

Introduction

Houdini has long been a leader in creating detailed pyro explosions. With the introduction of Axiom, artists can now leverage GPU power to achieve extremely high-detail explosions and smoke simulations, enhancing the realism and efficiency of their projects.

Free Download Vapor Cloud Explosions
by Dirk Roosendans, Pol Hoorelbeke, Marc Van Overmeire
English | 2025 | ISBN: 3110741040 | 502 pages | True PDF EPUB | 42.92 MB

Free Download Forensic Investigation of Explosions By Alexander Beveridge
2011 | 830 Pages | ISBN: 1420087258 | DJVU | 14 MB
Now in its second edition, Forensic Investigation of Explosions draws on the editor’s 30 years of explosives casework experience, including his work on task forces set up to investigate major explosives incidents. Dr. Alexander Beveridge provides a broad, multidisciplinary approach, assembling the contributions of internationally recognized experts who present the definitive reference work on the subject. Topics discussed include: The physics and chemistry of explosives and explosions The detection of hidden explosives The effect of explosions on structures and persons Aircraft sabotage investigations Explosion scene investigations Casework management The role of forensic scientists Analysis of explosives and their residues Forensic pathology as it relates to explosives Presentation of expert testimony With nearly 40 percent more material, this new edition contains revised chapters and several new topics, including: A profile of casework management in the UK Forensic Explosives Laboratory, one of the world’s top labs, with a discussion of their management system, training procedures, and practical approaches to problem solving Properties and analysis of improvised explosives An examination of the Bali bombings and the use of mobile analytical techniques and mobile laboratories The collection, analysis, and presentation of evidence in vehicle-borne improvised explosive device cases, as evidenced in attacks on US overseas targets This volume offers valuable information to all members of prevention and post-blast teams. Each chapter was written by an expert or experts in a specific field and provides well-referenced information underlying best practices that can be used in the field, laboratory, conference room, classroom, or courtroom.

Free Download Blender 4 Visual Effects Explosions, Destruction & Physics
Published 7/2024
Created by GameDev.tv Team
MP4 | Video: h264, 1280×720 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz, 2 Ch
Genre: eLearning | Language: English | Duration: 46 Lectures ( 6h 45m ) | Size: 5.2 GB

Free Download Art Directing Explosions Using Axiom in Houdini – Create a Barrel Explosion Using Houdini, Axiom & Nuke
Ganesh Lakshmigandan | Duration: 7:44 h | Video: H264 1920×1080 | Audio: AAC 44,1 kHz 2ch | 3,23 GB | Language: English
Discover how to create a professional explosion shot in this 7.5-hour workshop with Ganesh Lakshmigandan, Senior FX Technical Director at Weta FX. From analyzing references to completing the final composite, Ganesh walks you through the entire creation process.
Ganesh demonstrates how to use the Axiom Solver (version 3.1 or higher) in Houdini 20 to create all the pyro simulations. He teaches every pro trick in the book to achieve a realistic-looking sim, including accurate shading and lighting.
Solaris/Karma XPU is used to shade, light, and render the shot. Ganesh reveals how to use the latest karma volume shader and take advantage of the latest features to achieve visually realistic-looking volume renders. In the final stage of the workshop, you’ll then tackle the Nuke composite of all the rendered elements.