texture map
A "texture map" is essential in 3D modeling, enhancing visual realism by applying detailed images to surfaces.
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Definition
C1Computer Graphics
(technical)A 2D image applied to the surface of a 3D model to add detail, color, and texture.
Example
- The artist used a texture map to add realistic skin details to the 3D character.
- Texture maps can make a simple polygon appear like a complex, detailed surface.
C13D Modeling
(technical)A method to wrap a 2D image around a 3D object to enhance its visual detail.
Example
- By using a texture map, the modeler gave the car a glossy finish.
- The texture map helped simulate the roughness of the brick wall.
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