High‑Level Comparison Table

The Convergence of X3D and Artificial Intelligence: Reshaping Digital Realities. Web3D Consortium's special Interest Group, AI with X3D aims to explore, develop, and promote the interation of artificial intelligence technologies within the X3D framework. The group will focus on automated 3D content, improving user experiences with intelligent behavior and enhanced user interaction while optimizing performance, thereby driving innovation across various industries through the application of AI in X3D.

Blender, the powerful open-source 3D creation suite, offers robust capabilities for creating, manipulating, and exporting 3D content in various formats. X3D (Extensible 3D) is an ISO standard XML-based file format for representing 3D computer graphics. This blog explores how to effectively use Blender with X3D, enabling you to create immersive 3D content for web applications, virtual reality, and more.

What is X3D?

The 3D web is entering a new era—one defined by openness, interoperability, and immersive experiences that run everywhere. At the center of this evolution stands X3D Version 4, the latest generation of the ISO‑standardized framework for declarative 3D graphics.

The 3D web has evolved from experimental to a mature ecosystem powering cultural heritage, e‑commerce, scientific visualization, digital twins, and immersive storytelling. At the heart of this transformation are three foundational technologies: WebGL, glTF, and X3D. Each plays a distinct role—one is a rendering engine, one is a content format, and one is a full declarative standard for interactive 3D scenes. See comparison table below. 

There is great excitement around the development of new features and formats, from glTF 2.0 to X3D 4.0. This blog provides a high-level view of the leading open formats and how and why they should be used together.

See glTF + X3D integration on WebGL examples:

Implementing X3D (open source and royalty free) in e-commerce can significantly enhance product visualization and customer interaction. By following this workflow, businesses can create a seamless and engaging shopping experience that leverages the power of 3D technology. This integration not only helps in differentiating the shopping experience but also drives customer satisfaction and sales growth.

 1.  Requirement Analysis and Planning 

In today’s fast-moving digital landscape, X3D (Extensible 3D) has emerged as a cornerstone technology for interactive web-based 3D graphics. Building on the legacy of VRML, X3D is not just an evolution — it’s a robust, ISO-certified framework that empowers developers, researchers, and industries to bring immersive 3D content directly into the browser.

A Deep Dive into X3D Technology

What happens when enterprise 3D graphics meets the World-Wide Web? When peanut butter and chocolate meet?  The answer, of course, is ‘Delicious Things’!