WebGL Fluid Simulation
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How to Play
Launch the Simulation
Open the WebGL Fluid Simulation in your browser - it loads instantly with no downloads required
Interact with the Fluid
Click and drag your mouse (or touch on mobile) across the screen to disturb the fluid and create movement
Experiment with Patterns
Try different gestures: quick swipes create turbulence, slow movements generate smooth flows
Access Settings Panel
Click the settings icon to reveal controls for density, viscosity, vorticity, and other fluid properties
Adjust Fluid Properties
Modify parameters like density for thicker/thinner fluids, or vorticity for more/less swirling motion
Create Art with Motion
Use the fluid as a creative canvas - your interactions become temporary art that flows and evolves
Explore Different Modes
Try various visualization modes and color schemes to see different aspects of fluid behavior
Learn and Relax
Enjoy the meditative qualities of fluid motion while learning about physics and computational graphics
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What is WebGL Fluid Simulation and how does it work?
A:WebGL Fluid Simulation is a real-time fluid dynamics simulation that runs in your web browser using GPU acceleration. It solves complex mathematical equations governing fluid motion (Navier-Stokes equations) to create realistic liquid behavior that responds to your mouse or touch interactions.
Q:Who created this fluid simulation?
A:The simulation was created by Pavel Dobryakov (PavelDoGreat) and was featured on Google Experiments in October 2017. It's based on research from NVIDIA GPU Gems and represents cutting-edge computational fluid dynamics techniques.
Q:Can I use this on mobile devices?
A:Yes! The simulation is specifically optimized for mobile browsers and supports touch interactions. You can swipe and tap to disturb the fluid, making it perfect for tablets and smartphones with WebGL-capable browsers.
Q:What can I adjust in the fluid simulation?
A:You can modify various fluid properties including density (thickness), viscosity (stickiness), vorticity (swirling tendency), pressure, and visualization modes. These parameters let you simulate different types of fluids from water to honey.
Q:Is this educational or just for entertainment?
A:Both! While the simulation is mesmerizing and relaxing to interact with, it's also an excellent educational tool for understanding fluid dynamics, physics simulation, and computational graphics. It demonstrates real scientific principles in an accessible way.
Q:Does this work offline or require internet?
A:After initial loading, the simulation runs entirely in your browser using local GPU computation. However, you need internet to first access the webpage. The simulation doesn't send any data to servers during use.
Q:What technology powers this simulation?
A:The simulation uses WebGL for GPU-accelerated computing and rendering, JavaScript for the user interface and interaction handling, and advanced shader programming to solve fluid dynamics equations in real-time on your graphics card.
Q:Can I save or record my fluid interactions?
A:The simulation itself doesn't have built-in recording features, but you can use screen recording software or browser extensions to capture your fluid art creations. The patterns you create are temporary and constantly evolving.
Q:Is the source code available?
A:Yes! The project is open-source under the MIT license and available on GitHub at PavelDoGreat/WebGL-Fluid-Simulation. Developers can study the code, modify it, and create their own fluid simulations.
Q:What browsers support this fluid simulation?
A:The simulation works on any modern browser that supports WebGL, including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. Mobile browsers on iOS and Android also support the simulation with touch interactions.
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