3D graphics software

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Result of the image synthesis of a scene with a building in the optical center (see architectural visualization )

Computer programs with which three-dimensional scenes can be created and / or rendered ( i.e. images or computer animations calculated from them ) are referred to as 3D graphics software .

If only modeling and texturing is supported, the software is called a 3D modeling tool .

In this way generated scenes can u. a. be systematized in virtual realities , video games , image synthesis ( graphics and animations ).

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3D graphics programs are used by companies in various industries. They are used in the computer game and film industry to create photo-realistic, stylized and abstract scenarios, in the CAD area to produce plans, in the graphics area to create three-dimensional graphics and in the area of ​​architectural visualization, in which they are used to create realistic images of buildings and surroundings be used. Professional studios mostly use Maya and Houdini.

In the home user sector, 3D graphics programs, in contrast to image processing programs, have so far hardly been used. This is usually justified with the complexity of the programs, which require a long training period and possibly a thorough study of introductory literature. The free open source program Blender is often used in the home user sector .

In the field of science, especially for material cultural assets and archeology , methods for the analysis and visualization of 3D measurement data are being developed. Some of the methods are also freely available via free software packages such as the GigaMesh Software Framework or CloudCompare and can be used for other applications.

Types

3D modeling software

3D modeling programs are used to organize scenery and to model , texturize and animate bodies.

Nowadays, this work is usually done in program packages.

Sculpting programs

With sculpting programs, bodies (like virtual clay) can be deformed with the help of "brushes" by moving the mouse or the pen of a graphics tablet over them. So bodies u. a. Add depressions and elevations and homogenize or heterogenize parts of their surface.

Popular programs of this type include a .:

Simulation tools

Simulation tools enable chemical reactions and physical processes ( burns , collisions, gravity , organic materials, etc.) to be digitally reproduced.

Popular programs of this type include a .:

Render engines

Render engines interpret scenes and process and carry out the image synthesis .

Popular programs of this type include a .:

3D graphics suites

3D graphics suites are program packages that have at least tools for modeling, texturing and image synthesis.

Popular programs of this type include a .:

See also

Individual evidence

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  6. ↑ Duden | Computer simulation. In: www.duden.de. Retrieved May 7, 2016 .
  7. ^ Andrew Price: Render Engine Comparison - Cycles vs 5 Giants. In: Blender Guru. Retrieved May 7, 2016 (American English).