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Determine point between Main Camera and Game Object

Discussion in 'Scripting' started by eco_bach, Mar 31, 2017.

  1. eco_bach

    eco_bach

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    For a particle effect I need to determine the precise point (Vector 3) a specific distance from my Main Camera and directly between my Main Camera and a specific Game Object or target.

    Would I use the Physics.Linecast method or?
     
    eco_bach, Mar 31, 2017
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  2. dterbeest

    dterbeest

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    using some vector math:
    Code (csharp):
    1. Vector3 camPos;
    2. Vector3 objectPos;
    3.  
    4. Vector3 direction = (objectPos - camPos).normalized;
    5. Vector3 resultPos = direction * distance;
     
    dterbeest, Mar 31, 2017
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  3. eco_bach

    eco_bach

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    Thanks! Will try that.
     
    eco_bach, Mar 31, 2017
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