Best AI Tools for 3D Imaging
You know how AI can generate impressive 2D images? Well, guess what – there are tools that can do that in 3D, as well.
As that’s the case with other generative AI tools, those for 3D tend to let you go beyond the initial result. So, after the initial prompt, you can continue editing your 3D model by applying materials, adding lighting, and more — until you get the result you like.
A different kind of AI tool lets you create 3D models out of 2D images. You will have to take multiple photos from where the algorithm will kick and merge your images into a fully functioning 3D model, which you can later export and use in other software.
It’s amazing how quickly AI has progressed, and if you’re into 3D – here are the best tools for the job:
What can you do with AI tools for 3D?
It’s amazing to see how generative AI has advanced when you can create complex 3D models with text prompts. But that’s not all these tools can do. For instance, you can use them to:
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Create 3D objects with prompts
Instead of using expensive and complicated software to create 3D models, you can try one of these tools to quickly generate 3D objects. All you have to do is type what kind of object you want, and the AI will return it to you in a matter of seconds (or minutes).
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Create 3D objects from photos
Or you may want to create a 3D object from photos. There are AI tools that will let you take a few photos and then generate a 3D model out of it. Sometimes, this may not work flawlessly, but the other times – you’ll get exceptional results.
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Edit 3D objects
Once you get the first result, you may want to tweak it a bit. Some of these tools also let you do that by changing the materials or adding lighting if you fancy so.
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Create textures
Every 3D model needs a texture and while you can create it in a “regular” (desktop) software, there is also an option to do that right from the AI tool – at least in some cases. Here, the image generation algorithms kick in, allowing you to create all kinds of textures with text prompts. It’s like creating any other image in apps like DALL-E and Stable Diffusion.
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Play with existing models
Many AI tools for 3D come with a library of 3D objects you could use in your creations. See if you can find the use for them in your creations, and perhaps tweak them to your liking. It is always easier to start with something.
As you’ve seen, 3D is the next frontier for AI, as the number of these tools is still not significant. But, as that’s the case with other use cases, we’re confident that the number of these tools will only grow. In the meantime, you still have plenty of tools to check out. So… what are you waiting for? 🙂