Geneva-based Pixelux has updated its Maya plugin for simulating realistic materials and physics that allow for deformation, breaking of objects and other interactions. New features include: material regions, solver improvements, floating license management, etc. The plugin is available for Maya 2015/2016 for Windows (Mac OS X and Linux versions will be available shortly). Upgrade pricing is $250 per seat. A trial version can be downloaded from the site. More on Pixelux’s website.
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