Physics
The physics of the surface are based on “Discrete Shells” by Eitan Grinspun, et al. Each edge of the mesh is modelled as a spring which resists stretching of the surface. The edge between two faces also has a bend energy proportional to the angle between the faces that resists bending. These forces are then integrated using an overdamped implicit Euler solver.
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