Bifurcation

Bifurcation mode generates nodes on the curves and bends of the parent branch. Placing nodes at the natural junctions of the parent branch simulates branches splitting (or bifurcating). Use this mode to automatically place nodes in the best places to produce organic structures. This mode is prevalent in large broadleaf models.

Specify how much the parent has to bend before the bend point is eligible for a child node.

Set the minimum spacing between nodes. This property means not every bend will get a node if it is too close to another bend.

Balance the placement of child nodes so that they are evenly generated around the spine. A value of 0 means no balance and a value of 1.0 means completely balanced.

Adjust where child nodes populate along the branch. A value of 0 means no locality, so nodes populate along the branch on the largest curves and bends. A value of 1 means high locality, so nodes populate in a smaller area of concentrated curves and bends.

Adjust the degree to which nodes are parallel to the ground plane. A value of 1 means nodes are perfectly aligned with the ground.

Determine whether freehand edits impact the placement of child nodes on a branch.

The “Shared” properties are common to all generation modes and are documented here.