If you've ever worked on presenting molecular models, you know how critical controlling visibility can be to explain structures and processes effectively. The 'Conceal Atoms' animation feature in SAMSON offers a seamless way to make atoms and their bonds progressively disappear between frames. Let's explore how this tool can enhance your molecular visualizations and simplify your communication.
What is the 'Conceal Atoms' Animation?
The 'Conceal Atoms' animation is designed to make selected atoms and bonds gradually disappear between keyframes. Rather than changing the transparency of the nodes, this effect manipulates their visibility, ensuring clarity when visualizing molecular structures. This feature can be particularly useful for zooming into areas of interest or simplifying crowded molecular scenes.
How to Add and Use the 'Conceal Atoms' Animation Effect
Adding this animation to your project is straightforward. Here are the steps:
- Choose the atoms and bonds you want to make disappear.
- Open the Animation panel from SAMSON's Animator.
- Double-click on the 'Conceal Atoms' effect in the available animation effects.
Once applied, the effect divides the concealing process into four keyframes:
- Keyframes 1-2: All specified atoms and bonds are fully visible.
- Keyframes 2-3: Progressive disappearance begins. Atoms and their connected bonds become hidden one by one based on their order in the selection.
- Keyframes 3-4: All specified atoms and bonds are completely hidden.
After setting up the keyframes, you can adjust their placement on the timeline to control the timing and smoothness of the transition. The 'Conceal Atoms' animation is customizable, ensuring alignment with your presentation's needs.
Refining Animations with Easing Curves
Animations in SAMSON, including 'Conceal Atoms', can be fine-tuned using easing curves. These control how parameters are interpolated between frames, allowing for smoother transitions or dynamic effects. Learn more about customizing these curves in the easing curve documentation.
Examples of 'Conceal Atoms' in Action
For inspiration, check out examples of presentations that use this animation effect. The following documents are available on SAMSON Connect:
These examples showcase the potential of 'Conceal Atoms' in making models intuitive and visually engaging. From research presentations to educational materials, the tool enables clarity and precision.
For more details about adding and fine-tuning the 'Conceal Atoms' animation, please visit the official documentation page: Conceal Atoms Documentation.
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