Dendrite Fractal

Generate, customize, and export crystal dendrite and diffusion-limited aggregation (DLA) fractal structures online. Customize 4-fold, 6-fold, or 8-fold radial symmetry, branch angle, scale decay, and export to crisp PNG or vector SVG.

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How to Use Dendrite Fractal

1
Select Symmetry Arms
Choose 4-fold, 6-fold (snowflake), or 8-fold star radial arms.
2
Adjust Growth Depth
Use the depth slider (1 to 6) to increase secondary needle branching density.
3
Customize Angles and Colors
Set needle angles (e.g. 60° for ice) and crystal neon or ice-blue colors.
4
Export Vector or Image
Click Download or Copy to save as a clean SVG or PNG graphic.

Key Features

Symmetrical Crystal Arms
Select 4-fold, 6-fold (classic snowflake), or 8-fold (frost star) radial symmetry.
Procedural Needle Physics
Fine-tune needle branching angles and decay ratios to model mineral dendrites or delicate ice flakes.
Crisp PNG and Vector SVG
Download high-resolution raster PNG images or infinitely scalable vector SVG files.
Touch & Pan Support
Smooth touch drag and pinch zoom controls to inspect complex crystalline microstructures.

Common Use Cases

  • Simulating crystalline ice formation, snowflake morphogenesis, and mineral dendrite crystallization.
  • Algorithmic generative art, winter theme graphics, and procedural pattern design.
  • Studying diffusion-limited aggregation (DLA), fractal dimensions, and non-equilibrium growth processes in physics.
  • Laser engraving, embroidery patterns, and vinyl cutting for holiday and decorative projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

A dendrite fractal (from Greek 'dendron', meaning tree) is a branching tree-like crystal structure that forms during the rapid crystallization of supercooled liquids, such as frost on glass or snowflakes in clouds.

In nature, water molecules crystallize into a hexagonal molecular lattice (ice $I_h$), which causes ice crystals to naturally develop 6-fold symmetrical dendrite arms.

Because each branch sprouts multiple pairs of secondary needles, branch count multiplies rapidly. Capping at depth 6 ensures fast interactive rendering without causing browser stutter or memory bloat.

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