Game-Changing Cloth Curves Toolset for Houdini

The innovative Houdini toolset for fabric simulation, developed by Pepe Buendia and Agustin Gonzalez, introduces a comprehensive suite of features that revolutionizes digital clothing creation. Here's a detailed breakdown of its groundbreaking capabilities:

Core Fabric Generation

• Geometry to Curves Conversion: Implements a UV-based, topology-agnostic approach
• Width Control: Precise adjustment through map integration from any software
• Multi-Thread Generation: Supports various fabric patterns and structures

Advanced Pattern Creation

• COP-Based Pattern Generation:
  • Direct conversion from generated images to curves
  • Bitmap-driven pattern creation
• Traditional Knitting Simulation:
  • Customizable shape and width controls
  • Multi-fiber generation capabilities
• Braid Creation:
  • Direct curve drawing on UV space
  • Intuitive control over braid patterns

Sophisticated Stitching Module

• Edge-Based Stitching:
  • Loop selection for stitch generation
  • Multiple stitch type options
  • Self-adapting fabric integration
• Direct Drawing Options:
  • Curve placement on geometry
  • UV-space curve creation
• Image-Based Generation:
  • UDIM support for complex patterns
  • Input image pattern recognition

Damage and Effects

• Tearing Simulation:
  • Mask-based or image-driven damage
  • Adjustable gravity influence
• Displacement Features:
  • Image-based curve displacement
  • Full UDIM support

Technical Performance

• Real-time Karma XPU IPR rendering on RTX 3070
• Curve Deformation:
  • SOP-level cloth simulation
  • Vertex order independence
  • Compatible with triangulated simulations
• Solaris Integration:
  • Direct USD asset deformation
  • Frame caching optimization
  • Temporary USD rendertime procedural replacement

This toolset represents a significant advancement in digital fabric creation, offering unprecedented control and realism for VFX artists and designers.