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How AI is Transforming the 3D Industry: Innovations in Modelling, Animation, and VR/AR

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere these days, and the 3D industry is no exception. From 3D modelling and animation to virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), AI is helping designers and creators work smarter, faster, and more creatively. In this blog, we’ll dive into how AI is shaking up the 3D world, making design easier, and opening up new possibilities.

AI-Powered 3D Modelling

In the past, creating 3D models could be a real hassle—designers had to manually build each shape, adjust every detail, and spend hours perfecting the final product. But with AI, that process is getting a whole lot easier. AI tools are now helping designers create 3D models from 2D images in no time. For example, NVIDIA’s GANverse3D uses AI to take a simple 2D image or sketch and turn it into a 3D model. We have personally use Rodin AI from hyper3D. This is a huge win for industries like gaming, product design, and architecture, where fast prototyping and realistic modelling are key. For now the level of quality to these 3d models can vary depending on the reference images and level of complexity, leading to mixed results. However this technology is bound to improve in the future, which will have a significant impact on the 3d modelling industry.

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AI in Rendering and Animation

When it comes to 3D animation and rendering, AI is attempting to seriously improve the speed and quality of these processes. Rendering, which is the final step of turning a 3D model into a high-quality image or animation, has always been a resource-heavy task. But with AI tools like NVIDIA’s Denoise, rendering is faster because AI automatically reduces visual noise while keeping the image sharp and clear. This has been an implemented technology for a while now even before the recent Ai craze.

In animation, AI is also starting to be incorporated. Tasks like lip-syncing, motion capture, and rigging, which used to take up tons of time, can now be done with AI. DeepMotion, for example, uses AI to create realistic animations from simple input, cutting down production times and costs for animation studios. At this point in time complex task still require manual input from an animator, this may change in the future. We might see a shift in the skillsets required by 3d animators from traditional animation tools to learning Ai software.


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AI in Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality

AI is also playing a big role in enhancing VR and AR experiences. These technologies are already changing the way we play games, design products, and experience virtual worlds. With AI, VR and AR environments are becoming even more immersive and responsive. AI can adjust the environment based on how the user interacts with it, making the experience feel more realistic and personalized, which is certainly a scary though in certain use cases!

In architecture, for a more practical example, AI helps designers create virtual walkthroughs of buildings before they’re built in real life. This is helping architects and clients visualize spaces in a way that’s both practical and exciting. VR and AR are also being used in industries like real estate and interior design, allowing clients to step into virtual models and see how everything fits together.


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What does the future look for AI in the 3D industry?

AI is already making a huge impact on the 3D industry, and its influence is only going to grow. From automating the modelling process to speeding up rendering and enhancing VR/AR experiences. I still believe that in creative projects, there will be a requirement to have 3d artists, 3d modellers and creative people to implement human ideas. As AI technology continues to improve, I expect people will need to learn how to adopt these tools to improve their workflow and efficiency.

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