NVIDIA Unveils Next-Gen AI Tools for OpenUSD Workflows
Get ready for groundbreaking advancements in AI technology as NVIDIA introduces new generative AI and development tools tailored for OpenUSD workflows at SIGGRAPH 2024. These innovations are set to revolutionize industrial and robotics applications, paving the way for a new era of virtual world creation with unparalleled accuracy.
Expanding Horizons with OpenUSD
OpenUSD serves as the cornerstone for 3D and simulation workflows, offering an open-source platform for developers to craft AI-enhanced virtual environments with precision. NVIDIA’s latest tools aim to democratize the use of Universal Scene Description (OpenUSD) across diverse sectors, opening up new possibilities for industries such as robotics, industrial design, and engineering.
- NVIDIA NIM microservices and workflow guides: Delve into OpenUSD language, materials, spatial intelligence, and physical AI.
- OpenUSD Exchange SDK and USD connectors: Seamlessly integrate industry-specific data formats, including robotics and industrial simulations.
- NVIDIA Omniverse Kit SDK and developer tooling: Empower developers to create and deploy cutting-edge applications based on OpenUSD.
Revolutionizing OpenUSD Workflows with Generative AI
While generative AI has seen significant strides in text and numeric applications, its application in 3D scenes demands spatial and physical intelligence. NVIDIA’s robust NIM USD microservices for OpenUSD language, materials, spatial intelligence, and physical AI serve as a game-changer, enabling developers to incorporate generative AI assistants into their 3D workflows seamlessly. This breakthrough propels OpenUSD into new industries like manufacturing, automotive, and robotics, revolutionizing the way virtual worlds are built.
Leading the way in adopting these microservices is WPP, a global marketing and communications giant leveraging USD Search and Code to enhance creativity on a global scale. Additionally, NVIDIA Inception members, including HOMEE AI and Livvy by Aireal, are utilizing these microservices for intelligent search functionalities and AI-powered tools in spatial planning and interior design.
Empowering Developers to Build USD-centric Applications
Developers now have the tools to craft OpenUSD-native applications from the ground up using the Omniverse Kit SDK and developer resources. The latest iteration, Omniverse Kit SDK 106, enhances development workflows with new features and streamlined functionalities. With the Omniverse Kit App Template repository, developers can access a range of application templates to kickstart their projects and tailor them to their specific needs.
Furthermore, the early access Omniverse Kit App Streaming API enables developers to deploy Kit-based applications and stream content interactively from the cloud, facilitating seamless integration into web-based solutions.
Bridging Industry-specific Data with OpenUSD
In a bid to further enrich the OpenUSD ecosystem, NVIDIA has announced the upcoming release of the OpenUSD Exchange SDK on GitHub later this year. This SDK will empower developers to create robust data plugins, converters, and exchangers for OpenUSD, enabling the seamless transfer of industry-specific data formats. Notably, formats like the Unified Robotics Description Format (URDF) are being linked to OpenUSD, offering roboticists a streamlined workflow from design to simulation to reinforcement learning.
Additionally, NVIDIA has unveiled new developer tools and APIs to facilitate the streaming of large-scale OpenUSD scenes to Apple Vision Pro through the NVIDIA Graphics Delivery Network (GDN), currently in early access.
During SIGGRAPH 2024, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang engaged in enlightening fireside chats with Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg and WIRED Sr. Writer Lauren Goode. These insightful sessions are now available on demand through NVIDIA’s event platform.
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