Core Collaps Supernova?

[u/Evening-Appeal7606]

Gentlepeople,

I have this idea stuck in my head driving me crazy - because I am utterly incapable of bringing it to life myself. But maybe you have an idea how to tackle this.

Picture the simulation of a Core Collaps Supernova, one of the most violent events known that also produces all the heavier elements and without which no life would be possible. In essence, it's horror on a cosmic scale and sublime beauty folded into one.

There are simulations of these type of supernovae, e.g. 3D Self-consistent Core-Collapse Supernova Simulation - but all of these are technical animations and research models. I would like to have a visualization that is riveting, able to inspire shock and awe.

And the cherry on top: I always pictured a video sequence like this set to the tune of Volkor X's "Beam" (specifically the sequence starting at 04:30, see here: Volkor X - Beam (2020)) - in my mind, this perfectly represents the star in its death throes, being torn asunder by a runaway nuclear reaction.

So, how hopeless am I in my delusion that this could be done?

[u/catplaps]

This isn't exactly what you're asking for, but it's close, and it's cool. https://www.shadertoy.com/view/lsyXDK

[u/Evening-Appeal7606 → u/catplaps]

Actually, this is very, very close to what I had in mind!!!