Cloth Simulation

Real-time cloth simulation, developed in C++/OpenGL, that employs a Mass-Spring System, inspired by the paper "Fast Simulation of Mass-Spring Systems" by Liu et al. Parallelized using OpenMP and features Physically-Based Rendering (PBR), image-based lighting (IBL) for enhanced realism, and an HDR skybox for a dynamic, immersive sky.

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Cloth Simulation

Developed in C++ and OpenGL, this real-time simulation employs a Mass-Spring System approach for realistic cloth dynamics, inspired by the paper “Fast Simulation of Mass-Spring Systems” by Liu et al. Alongside this, the project leverages OpenMP and OpenCL for efficient parallelization and integrates advanced rendering techniques such as Physically-Based Rendering (PBR) and Image-Based Lighting (IBL) to enhance the visual realism of the simulated cloth, and an HDR skybox for a dynamic, immersive sky.


Features


Graphics and Rendering:

  • Powered by OpenGL, the project offers advanced graphics rendering capabilities.
  • Utilized Physically-Based Rendering (PBR) techniques for lifelike shading and materials, resulting in realistic interactions of light and shadow on the cloth.
  • Enhanced visual fidelity with Image-Based Lighting, providing accurate reflections and illumination.
  • Shadow Mapping for dynamic, realistic shadows, enhancing the 3D appearance of the cloth.
  • Fog Rendering adds atmospheric depth, contributing to the scene’s realism.
  • HDR Skyboxes create immersive and dynamic backgrounds, augmenting the overall visual experience.


Cloth Simulation:

  • Implemented a Mass-Spring System algorithm, inspired by the “Fast Simulation of Mass-Spring Systems” paper, for fast and accurate simulation of cloth physics.
  • Integrated OpenMP for efficient parallelization of cloth physics computations, significantly improving performance.
  • Utilized OpenCL for parallelization of collision detection and collision handling algorithms.
  • Offers customizable parameters such as stiffness, damping, and mass, enabling diverse cloth behaviors and properties.
  • Realistic collision detection and response ensure accurate interactions between the cloth and other objects.


Environmental Effects:

  • An HDR Skybox is used for a dynamic and immersive sky.
  • Atmospheric fog effects are implemented, adding depth and a captivating ambiance to the scene.
  • Real-time lighting effects, including adjustable light positions and intensities, enhance the realism of the cloth simulation.