Universal Scene Description

USD
Filename extension
.usd, .usda, .usdc, .usdz
Developed byAlliance for OpenUSD (AOUSD)
Type of format3D computer graphics
Websiteaousd.org

Universal Scene Description (USD) is a framework for interchange of 3D computer graphics data. The framework focuses on collaboration, non-destructive editing, and enabling multiple views and opinions about graphics data.[1] USD is used in many industries including visual effects, architecture, design, robotics, CAD, and rendering.[2][3]

  1. ^ "Introduction to USD". graphics.pixar.com. Retrieved 2020-01-19.
  2. ^ "Pixar Universal Scene Description (USD)". NVIDIA Developer. 2019-07-16. Retrieved 2022-06-26.
  3. ^ "Introduction to USD — Universal Scene Description 24.08 documentation".