Intro to Unity 3D Physics: Helicopters

Intro to Unity 3D Physics: Helicopters

In this course you will learn how to create a helicopter controller from scratch. You will learn how to create the physics necessary to generate realistic ...

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Unity is a game engine that allows developers to create interactive experiences for a variety of platforms, including mobile devices, desktop computers, and virtual reality systems. One important aspect of game development is physics, which helps to simulate the way that objects move and interact with each other in a virtual environment.

In this "Intro to Unity 3D Physics" tutorial, we will be focusing on helicopters. Helicopters are aircraft that are lifted and propelled by rotors, which are horizontal blades that spin around a central axis. Because helicopters are capable of vertical takeoff and landing, they are often used in military, rescue, and transport operations.

To create a realistic helicopter simulation in Unity, developers will need to use the engine's physics components and scripting tools. This might involve setting up rigidbody components to control the helicopter's mass and movement, and using colliders to detect when the helicopter interacts with other objects in the game world.

In addition to basic physics, developers may also want to consider adding more advanced features to their helicopter simulation, such as aerodynamics, wind resistance, and engine sounds. By using Unity's physics and scripting tools, developers can create a realistic and engaging helicopter simulation for players to enjoy.

What you'll learn

• You will have the experience to work with Rigidbodies in a controllable way
• You will have a complete code base to develop any type of Helicopter controller
• You will better understand why helicopters fly and the physics behind them.
• You will Learn the Beginnings of Editor Scripting
• You will learn how to set up a flexible Input System
• You will learn about C# concepts such as Inheritance, Interfaces, Properties, and Namespaces
• You will gain a better understanding of Organizing your Unity projects
• You will gain an insight of how to begin to plan out a Unity Project or Unity System
• You will learn to build a re-usable Weapon System
• You will learn how to build two types of cameras with re-usable code