3D Models with LLMs: Using AI and Magic ✨

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3D Models with LLMs: Using AI and Magic ✨

This post explores the exciting world of 3D model generation using Large Language Models (LLMs).

Typical 3D Model Generation

Traditionally, 3D models are generated through various methods:

  • Image to 3D conversion
  • Buying or getting free models
  • Creating models yourself
Comparison of traditional 3D modeling approaches
Traditional pathways to obtain 3D assets: conversion, marketplaces, or manual modeling.

Challenges with Typical 3D Model Generation

However, these methods often come with their own set of challenges:

  • Shitty quality (often low-quality results)
  • Expensive or inconsistent quality
  • Time-consuming processes

Using LLMs Instead

LLMs offer a new approach to 3D model generation:

  • Think: LLMs can conceptualize and understand complex descriptions.
  • Creating tools to build models: LLMs can be used to develop tools that automate model creation.
  • Creating models: LLMs can directly generate 3D models from text prompts.
  • Build: The process involves building the model based on the LLM's output.
  • Did it work? Evaluation of the generated model.
  • How does it look? Visual assessment of the model's appearance.
LLM powered 3D generation workflow diagram
High-level workflow: prompting → reasoning → code/tool generation → model build → evaluation.

Examples of LLM-Generated 3D Models

Here are some examples of 3D models generated using LLMs:

Agent generated 3D model variant 1
Agent generated 3D model variant 2
Agent generated 3D model variant 3
Agent generated 3D model variant 4
Agent generated 3D model variant 5
Agent generated 3D model variant 6
Low poly tree 3D model
Pokeball 3D model

Finding the limits

While LLMs can generate impressive 3D models, there are still limitations to consider:

  • Design: After a ton of iterations, the final design may still lack the intended vision.
  • Detail: Fine details may be lost or never created in the generation process. Low poly models do best here.
  • Consistency: Getting consistent results across multiple generations can be challenging.
Failed or partial 3D generation example 1
Example of structural limitation.
Failed or partial 3D generation example 2
Example showing detail + consistency issues.

What's Next

The future of LLM-powered 3D modeling holds exciting possibilities:

  • 🏃🏼‍♀️ Increase Speed
  • ⚙️ Ensure consistency
  • 🌀 Support higher fidelity 3D models

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