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@Dr-Sassi Now I want to add another object, here a sphere, and let the two textures mix.
I see various options to 'mix' the textures:

animate the transparency of the objects / textures use the proximal shader feather the object. For example the sphere texture is too sharp add transparency in 'areas' of the textures

Here an example of an extra sphere with an vibrate and transparancy in the texture.
test02_0052.jpg

Here the scene file
cv4_2025_drs_25_rsoa_02.c4d

What do you think is th best method to 'mix' the textures and could you give an example?

Regards,
Pim

P.S. Here is the BB-8 translation of the setup, as a source/collection of ideas.

The Yellow sphere, can be positioned, while the Target_for_Tool defines the direction of the tool. Both have Layer colors applied to spot them quickly.

File …_61 is static, with the two animated parts having a Position Freeze, so they can be reset with the PSR-Reset.
CV4_2025_drs_25_CAsd_61.c4d

File …_63 is filled with shapes, and yes, there is one short cut in it. Priorities are updated
CV4_2025_drs_25_CAsd_63.c4d

File …_64, just for fun, 240 frames and a longer animation
CV4_2025_drs_25_CAsd_64.c4d

Preview:
https://projectfiles.maxon.net/Cineversity_Forum_Support/2025_CLIPS_DRS/20250621_CV4_2025_drs_25_CAsd_63.mp4
As loop and longer
https://projectfiles.maxon.net/Cineversity_Forum_Support/2025_CLIPS_DRS/20250621_CV4_2025_drs_25_CAsd_64.mp4
Screenshot 2025-06-21 at 12.13.22 PM.jpg

Screenshot 2025-06-21 at 8.33.37 PM.jpg

The tool head will show an Euler angle problem if placed exactly vertically to the target.

Here, the idea was to define a target and then just position the Yellow sphere (Keyframes only for Position).

This allows for a tool axis movement, as seen between frames 100-120 in file 62.

I found that here is the best compromise between IK and manual setup.

You talked about that axis are not all on one plane. I would check with the Company of the arm if that is the target and why this was done.

Colors are as much as possible used from your example image

My best wishes

Thank you very much for the reply, Capprim.

I'm glad that works for you.

My best wishes for your project.

Thank you very much, AlexC.

The first step is to use one matching drawing of the blueprint for each of the three orthogonal views. This can be done by simply taking a screenshot of that area and using the image or by creating those "crops" in Photoshop.

They have measurements in them, which I placed into the cube. From there, each view can be scaled, offsetted, and rotated if needed. While you click on the top bar of each view to have them active, use "Shift + v" to get into the dialog (Attributes)

The second step is to start with a simple Bezier curve (two points only and "drag" the mouse for each point to get longer handles.

Start in one view to define a quarter of the "bow", then go to the next, and then to the third. Typically, you have to go through that routine at least twice.

If that spline matches a quarter of the construction, You can use the Symmetry Object to get two and another to get all four.
The current State of the Object for each Symmetry will result in four Splines that cover the four. I connected two each time and copied it vertically in the middle while scaling it down.
I noticed that three do not define the shape well, so I created two more copies and rotated those (Spline 1 2 and Spline 1 4). Rotation is performed by selecting all points of a single Spline, then using the Rotate tool and adjusting the Axis in Attributes in X, Y, and/or Z to achieve the desired rotation point.

I hope the first file I shared helps to support seeing those steps.

All the best

Thank you very much, Dutchbird.

The interesting thing is that I can't reproduce that here, but I see a red-marked Field Object in your file that vanishes, and then I get an error. Metal Leak. So, I'm interested what is going on here.

Screenshot 2025-06-17 at 10.37.42 AM.jpg

Hence why I ask. More work on my side to figure that out.

I'm glad it works on your side.

All the best

You're very welcome, AlexC.

My best wishes for your project!

Hi tie-version,

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What I would need is a project file reduced to the problem. If below 1MB, it can be attached here as a c4d file.
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A first-hand exploration/share of Toon Lines is done by Adrian, part of the Redshift team.
https://youtu.be/USzcXIfGmbQ?si=DE6w-90vOJ6oXgSD

All the best

Hi supermarket-doubt,

The file was not uploaded. For security reasons, zip (or any compressed file) is disabled. Cinema 4D as c4d files and max 1MB work. If larger, please use Dropbox, WeTransfer, Apple, Adobe, or Google Cloud services only. Please use no zip, rar, etc., during upload, and paste the URL for the file in the text; do not include an HTML wrapper or a Tiny URL. Thank you, and I apologize for the lengthy text.
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The Softbody takes over, and the Skin Deformer is no longer in use. If you take other Simulations, the result is different, but the Hierarchy drives the trouble.

My suggestion #1, use a PoseMorph.

Here, you can use a Collision Deformer result, which can be applied after disabling the Skin deformer. Which might lead to a T-Pose. So, you might want to take a copy and, in the sitting position, set the Binding Pose to new.

Now switch the Skin Deformer off and apply the Collision Deformer to the Character. (If you like to show some impact on Character.) The seat must be positioned within the Collision field of the Deformer.

If the deformation looks right, use the Object Manager > Object > Current State to Object (CSTO) to create a deformed copy. If needed, use the Magnet or Iron Tool to shape the Character's details that come in contact with the chair.

Now, you can switch off the Collision Deformer or delete it. The result of the CSTO can now be used in a PoseMorph. Apply the PoseMorph to the Character mesh and set it to Point mode.

Drag the CSTO result into the field of the Poses. I suggest to use "no" for the Alert. Set the Pose Morph to animation and the Pose slider to zero. Switch the Skin Deformer back on.

Now, you can add the impact of the chair to the Character by animating or just adjusting the slider.
Example:
CV4_2025_drs_25_CAdf_01.c4d

My suggestion #2: Do the opposite. Deform the Chair Cushion. Typically, the Barcelona Chair is not very soft, but the impact might be visible.
That means the Character becomes the Collision, and the Chair Cushion becomes the Collision Deformer. Explore the Object>Restore Slider value of the Collision Deformer.
Example:
CV4_2025_drs_25_ANdf_01.c4d

Or, a suggestion combining #1 and #2: Of course, for a close-up, perhaps a little bit of example 1 and much more of example 2 might be a good balance. For the quick Solution, use a CSTO of the cushion and sculpt the contact area into the mesh. For animation, use the PoseMorph options. I leave that to you to explore, no example.

All the best

Hi relationship-developement,

This is difficult to tell from an image. I work from Project files. Those work or not. Images typically require lots of questions* and perhaps even more questions.

*Example (not that I ask for answers to that; I need a file): Is the scale matching the Simulation scale. Are the iterations (etc.) enough to handle it, the distance (Search Radius), and the collision Shapes. Have you tried to use simplified tires? What is the Draw Mode telling you? All of those questions can be avoided with a file.

I can take a look at it., but if you share a file (and it looks larger than 1MB, then please only use DropBox, Wetransfer, Apple, Adobe, or Google Cloud services. Please upload the file uncompressed (no zip and surely not rar). Also, share the URL as is, not shortened or in an HTML wrapper. Just paste in the text. Sorry for the long request text, but safety first.

All the best

Hi hurt-valuable,

Why not use PolyFX?

Please have a look at the example below. Place your image sequence in the material.

CV4_2025_drs_25_MGpx_01.c4d

Is this working for you?

All the best

Hi Dave,

Thanks for the reply. It sounds easy for you to decide then. 🙂

As a side note, if you need some versions back, keep an eye on this link.
https://www.maxon.net/en/downloads
All the best

Hi _carsonjones,

I'm not aware of a shortcut solution or any workflow that would prevent the steps you mentioned.

You might voice your idea here ("Share Your Ideas")
https://www.maxon.net/en/support-center

All the best

Hi Blake,

If an MRI slice works for you (excellent idea), then please check out this file if this goes along with your idea.

CV4_2025_drs_25_RSbf_01.c4d

All the best

OFF TOPIC

You're welcome, MV

My best wishes

Hi Dutchbird,

The texture is empty if you don't put the file in the folder that I had sent previously (post #2). So it can find the tex folder.

Please have a look here:
CV4_2025_drs_25_RSls_21.c4d

Also, here, I do not send all-time textures again; you need to place the file into the folder from post #2, my first reply. If that is not in that folder, then you have to connect it manually.

I have no problems seeing the Bump effect in the viewport; even IPR is off. (M1 max)

Let me know how it goes.

All the best

You're very welcome, mrittman!

My best wishes

Hi eat-sport,

I would perhaps use Generate>Instances with a specific texture and, if needed, displacement.

Please have a look here:
CV4_2025_drs_25_HAin_01.c4d

Please note that I have reduced the amount of Hair (Guides and Hairs Tab)
The Dynamic was on until I found a specific state, then used the Main Menu> Simulate> Hair Edit> Get Initial State
With that set, the Hair Dynamics was set to Rigid.

The Hair Material is used for the Thickness.
In the Generate Tab, the checkbox for Render's hair is off, as we have the instance (cylinder here) instead.

I hope that allows us to provide you with a good basic to get what you are after.

Since you wrote IK-Spline, perhaps the Rigid option is not what you are after. Please explore.

All the best

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Good Morning, Capprim,

Thanks for updating your own questions. Very nice of you!

My best wishes for your project