https://github.com/prodev717/particle-life
simulation of particle life in processing ( java )
https://github.com/prodev717/particle-life
java particle-life processing
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simulation of particle life in processing ( java )
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/prodev717/particle-life
- Owner: prodev717
- License: mit
- Created: 2025-02-01T14:49:04.000Z (8 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-02-05T14:19:01.000Z (8 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-03-30T05:12:25.123Z (7 months ago)
- Topics: java, particle-life, processing
- Language: Processing
- Homepage:
- Size: 3.86 MB
- Stars: 1
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# Particle Simulation in Processing (Java)
## Overview
This project is a simple particle simulation implemented in Processing (Java). The particles interact with each other based on a randomly generated interaction matrix, influencing their movement and behavior in a dynamic environment.
## Features
- **Particle Interactions**: Particles are assigned different types, each influencing the movement of others based on an interaction matrix.
- **Random Forces**: The attraction and repulsion between particles are determined by a randomly generated force matrix.
- **Realistic Motion**: Particles exhibit smooth motion with velocity damping and collision handling at the boundaries.
- **Customizable Parameters**: Easily modify the number of particles, interaction strengths, and simulation dimensions.
## Demo
## Installation & Usage
### Requirements
- [Processing](https://processing.org/) (Java Mode)
### Running the Simulation
1. Download or clone this repository:
```sh
git clone https://github.com/prodev717/particle-simulation.git
```
2. Open the `particle_life.pde` file in Processing.
3. Click the **Run** button to start the simulation.
## Code Explanation
### Core Components
- **`Particle` Class**: Represents an individual particle with position, velocity, type, and behavior.
- **`interactionMatrix`**: Defines how different types of particles interact with each other.
- **`setup()`**: Initializes the simulation environment and particles.
- **`draw()`**: Continuously updates and renders the particles on the canvas.
### Key Functions
- `randomForce()`: Generates random attraction/repulsion forces.
- `display()`: Draws the particle on the screen.
- `update()`: Updates the particle's position based on interactions and velocity.
## Customization
You can modify the following parameters to tweak the simulation:
- **Particle count**: Change `count = 1000` to increase or decrease the number of particles.
- **Interaction strength**: Modify values inside `interactionMatrix` for different behaviors.
- **Canvas size**: Adjust `size(1200, 900)` in `setup()` to change the simulation area.
## License
This project is open-source under the [MIT License](LICENSE).