Otto rig

A model of a Western Pacific locomotive derailed on a desert landscape. The train is tilted, with visible sparks near the wheels, and blue skies with scattered clouds in the background. Tracks extend away into the distance.

Houdini 21 : Otto, Otis, Copernicus and 300+ New Features. No, Really

Houdini 21 sneak peek: SideFX previews 300+ features: Otis solver, Otto rig, Copernicus, Vulkan viewport, full rigging and CFX overhaul.

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Otto rig

Houdini 21 : Otto, Otis, Copernicus and 300+ New Features. No, Really

Houdini 21 : Otto, Otis, Copernicus and 300+ New Features. No, Really