Meta has launched a cutting-edge AI tool designed to revolutionize 3D modeling and rendering processes. Dubbed the “3D Gen,” this innovative technology can swiftly generate or retexture 3D models, boasting completion times under a minute.
The tool integrates Meta’s existing models, AssetGen and TextureGen, combining their capabilities to enhance the quality and efficiency of 3D content creation. AssetGen swiftly produces 3D objects with texture and Physical Based Rendering (PBR) within the first 30 seconds of receiving a prompt. Following this, TextureGen optimizes the object’s texture in just 20 seconds. Users also have the flexibility to input additional text for refining previously created 3D shapes.
Key to its appeal is the ability to retexture 3D objects, a process that involves adding intricate details and adjusting lighting to achieve hyper-realistic effects. Meta asserts that 3D Gen can generate outputs up to 60 times faster than traditional methods employed by professional artists.
While competitors like Adobe Firefly and Midjourney offer similar tools, Meta distinguishes itself by incorporating robust mesh structures that support physically based rendering. This feature enables the generated 3D models to be seamlessly integrated into real-world applications and modeling scenarios.
This development marks a significant leap forward in the realm of digital content creation, promising heightened efficiency and quality in 3D modeling and rendering.