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+===============
+Support for USD
+===============
+
+USD has support in many 3D Content Creation Applications and Ecosystems.
+
+This page lists several of them, but is not fully comprehensive.
+
+.. include:: rolesAndUtils.rst
+.. include:: <isonum.txt>
+
+Copyright |copy| 2018, Pixar Animation Studios,  *version 1.2*
+
+.. contents:: :local:
+
+3Delight
+========
+
+`3Delight <https://www.3delight.com>`_ is a path-traced renderer that supports USD and has
+a `Hydra Delegate <https://gitlab.com/3Delight/HydraNSI>`_.
+
+Adobe
+=====
+
+Adobe is a developer of several content generation applications. Their Substance suite of applications are geared
+towards 3D content creation
+
+Substance 3D Painter
+--------------------
+
+`Substance 3D Painter <https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-painter.html>`_ is a software for painting textures
+for 3D content.
+
+Substance 3D Modeler
+--------------------
+
+`Substance 3D Modeler <https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-modeler.html>`_ is a 3D modelling application.
+
+Substance 3D Stager
+-------------------
+
+`Substance 3D Stager <https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-stager.html>`_ is a 3D package to build and assemble
+3D scenes.
+
+AMD ProRender
+=============
+
+`AMD ProRender <https://www.amd.com/en/technologies/radeon-prorender>`_ is a GPU and CPU path-traced renderer.
+There is an `open source Hydra delegate <https://github.com/GPUOpen-LibrariesAndSDKs/RadeonProRenderUSD>`_.
+
+Apple
+======
+
+Apple uses USD as the primary format for their 3D renderers. USDZ is their format of choice for Augmented Reality content.
+
+
+`Creating USD files for Apple devices <https://developer.apple.com/documentation/realitykit/creating-usd-files-for-apple-devices?changes=_1>`_
+outlines creating content that works on their platforms. macOS, iOS and iPadOS ship with USD integrations.
+
+Preview and QuickLook
+---------------------
+
+iOS and iPadOS ship with `AR QuickLook <https://developer.apple.com/augmented-reality/quick-look/>`_ , an augmented reality
+USD viewer.
+
+macOS provides Preview and QuickLook in Finder, allowing you to directly preview files.
+
+AR Creation Tools
+-----------------
+
+Apple has several `AR Creation Tools <https://developer.apple.com/augmented-reality/tools/>`_ , including:
+
+* Reality Composer : An application for creating augmented reality applications
+* Reality Converter : An application for converting popular 3D formats to USDZ
+* USDZTools : Command line tools for converting other 3D formats to USD
+
+Rendering Engines
+-----------------
+
+Apple has multiple render engines available to developers:
+
+* `RealityKit <https://developer.apple.com/documentation/realitykit/>`_ is a 3D rendering engine focused on augmented reality applications.
+* `SceneKit <https://developer.apple.com/documentation/scenekit>`_ is a rendering engine for 3D games and content.
+
+`Validating feature support for USD files <https://developer.apple.com/documentation/realitykit/validating-usd-files?changes=_3>`_
+documents feature support for USD across the different renderers available.
+
+ModelIO
+-------
+
+`ModelIO <https://developer.apple.com/documentation/modelio>`_ is a framework for importing, exporting and manipulating
+common 3D formats.
+
+Motion
+------
+
+`Motion <https://www.apple.com/final-cut-pro/motion/>`_ is a motion graphics application.
+
+AnimVR
+======
+
+`AnimVR <https://nvrmind.io/features>`_ is a virtual reality animation tool.
+
+ArcGIS CityEngine
+=================
+
+`ArcGIS CityEngine <https://www.esri.com/en-us/arcgis/products/arcgis-cityengine/overview>`_ is a city design application.
+
+Autodesk
+========
+
+Autodesk is a developer of several 3D Content Creation, Rendering and CAD software packages.
+
+`Autodesk's USD Website <https://makeanything.autodesk.com/usd>`_ highlights their USD work.
+
+3ds Max
+-------
+
+`3ds Max <https://www.autodesk.com/products/3ds-max/overview>`_ is general purpose 3D package.
+
+`3ds Max USD Documentation <https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/3ds-max/learn-explore/caas/CloudHelp/cloudhelp/2022/ENU/3dsMax-USD/files/GUID-04F1DF51-0079-4DF8-8457-5AD12B6C0673-html.html>`_
+
+Arnold
+------
+
+`Arnold <https://www.autodesk.com/products/arnold/overview>`_ is a path-traced renderer.
+
+`Arnold USD Documentation <https://docs.arnoldrenderer.com/display/A5ARP/Introduction+to+Arnold+USD>`_
+
+Fusion 360
+----------
+
+`Fusion 360 <https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview>`_ is a CAD, CAM, CAE and PCB software.
+
+
+Maya
+----
+
+`Maya <https://www.autodesk.com/products/maya/overview>`_ is a general purpose 3D package
+
+
+Maya comes bundled with an `open source plugin <https://github.com/Autodesk/maya-usd>`_ .
+
+`Maya USD Documentation <https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/maya/learn-explore/caas/CloudHelp/cloudhelp/2022/ENU/Maya-USD/files/GUID-9E9D45F2-4DA9-497B-8D69-1573ED6B2BA8-html.html>`_
+
+There are also plug-ins from other Developers. See the J Cube Multiverse section as an alternative.
+
+Revit
+-----
+
+`Revit <https://www.autodesk.com/products/revit/overview>`_ is a BIM software for designers and builders
+with a `third party USD extension <https://apps.autodesk.com/RVT/en/Detail/Index?id=127804203175527993&appLang=en&os=Win64>`_.
+
+Blender
+=======
+
+`Blender <https://www.blender.org>`_ is a free and open source 3D creation suite.
+
+`Blender USD Documentation <https://docs.blender.org/manual/en/latest/files/import_export/usd.html>`_
+
+Blender also has a `Hydra addon <https://github.com/GPUOpen-LibrariesAndSDKs/BlenderUSDHydraAddon>`_ courtesy of AMD.
+
+Chaos V-Ray
+===========
+
+`V-Ray <https://www.chaos.com>`_ is a 3D path-traced renderer
+that supports USD and has a Hydra delegate.
+
+`V-Ray Documentation <https://www.chaos.com/blog/getting-started-with-usd-and-hydra-in-v-ray>`_
+
+E-on
+====
+
+E-on are a software developer of world building 3D software.
+
+`E-on Documentation for USD Export <https://info.e-onsoftware.com/learning-center/usd_export_in_vue_plantfactory>`_
+
+Plant Factory
+-------------
+
+`Plant Factory <https://info.e-onsoftware.com/plantfactory/overview>`_ is a vegetation generation software.
+
+Vue
+---
+
+`Vue <https://info.e-onsoftware.com/vue/overview>`_ is world building application.
+
+
+Gaffer
+======
+
+`Gaffer <https://www.gafferhq.org>`_ is an `open source <https://github.com/GafferHQ/gaffer>`_ , node based application for lighting and compositing.
+
+Golaem
+======
+
+`Golaem <https://golaem.com>`_ is a crowd simulation program with an `open source, USD plugin <https://github.com/Golaem/GolaemForUSD>`_
+that allows viewing Golaem crowd caches within USD.
+
+Guerilla Render
+===============
+
+`Guerilla Render <http://guerillarender.com>`_ is a 3D renderer.
+
+Foundry
+=======
+
+The Foundry are a developer of 3D Content Creation, Lighting and Compositing software.
+
+Katana
+------
+
+`Katana <https://www.foundry.com/products/katana>`_ is  look development and lighting package.
+
+Katana has `open source USD plugins <https://learn.foundry.com/katana/dev-guide/Plugins/KatanaUSDPlugins/index.html>`_ as
+well as a support for `Hydra render delegates <https://learn.foundry.com/katana/dev-guide/Plugins/HydraRenderDelegates/index.html>`_.
+
+Mari
+----
+
+`Mari <https://github.com/Golaem/GolaemForUSD>`_ is a 3D texture painting application.
+
+Modo
+----
+
+`Modo <https://www.foundry.com/products/modo>`_ is a general purpose 3D package.
+
+Nuke
+----
+
+`Nuke <https://www.foundry.com/products/nuke-family/nuke>`_ is a compositing package with support for both USD and Hydra.
+
+`Nuke documentation <https://learn.foundry.com/nuke/content/comp_environment/3d_compositing/usd.html>`_
+
+
+Isotropix Clarisse
+==================
+
+`Clarisse <https://www.isotropix.com/products/clarisse/ifx>`_ is a 3D application for look development, lighting and rendering.
+
+J Cube
+======
+
+J Cube are a developer of 3D software and cloud services.
+
+Multiverse for Maya
+-------------------
+
+`Multiverse <https://j-cube.jp/solutions/multiverse/>`_ is a USD plugin for Maya with a range of pipeline features.
+
+Muse
+----
+
+`Muse <https://j-cube.jp/solutions/muse/>`_ is a standalone USD Editor
+
+Maxon
+=====
+
+Maxon are a developer of 3D content creation, rendering and motion graphics software.
+
+Cinema 4D
+---------
+
+`Cinema 4D <https://www.maxon.net/en/cinema-4d>`_ is a general purpose 3D package.
+
+Redshift
+--------
+
+`Redshift <https://www.maxon.net/en/redshift>`_ is a GPU-accelerated path-traced renderer.
+
+Redshift supports USD and is also available as a Hydra delegate for rendering integration.
+
+ZBrush
+------
+
+`ZBrush <https://www.maxon.net/en/zbrush>`_ is a 3D sculpting and painting application.
+
+`ZBrush USD documenation <http://docs.pixologic.com/user-guide/zbrush-other-programs/usd-format/>`_
+
+
+NVIDIA Omniverse
+=================
+
+`NVIDIA Omniverse <https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/omniverse/>`_ is a platform for creating and operating metaverse applications.
+It is based on USD.
+
+`NVIDIA USD Documentation <https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/omniverse/usd/>`_
+
+Omniverse also adds USD connectors to many application, `listed here <https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/con_connect/con_connect/connecting-to-omniverse.html>`_.
+Some of the applications are:
+
+* Archicad
+* Character Creator
+* Creo
+* iClone
+* ParaView
+* Revit
+* Rhino
+* SketchUp
+
+Please see the `list <https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/con_connect/con_connect/connecting-to-omniverse.html>`_  for a
+fuller range of connectors, as there are more than listed here.
+
+Shapr3D
+=======
+
+`Shapr3D <https://www.shapr3d.com>`_ is a CAD application that supports USD export on iPads, Mac and Windows.
+
+
+SideFX Houdini
+==============
+
+`Houdini <https://www.sidefx.com/products/houdini/>`_ is a 3D package with a focus on procedural content and effects.
+
+Houdini includes `Solar <https://www.sidefx.com/products/houdini/solaris/>`_ to create composed USD content.
+
+`SideFX USD Documentation <https://www.sidefx.com/docs/houdini/solaris/usd.html>`_
+
+SynthEyes
+=========
+
+`SynthEyes <https://www.ssontech.com>`_ is a match move application.
+
+Tilt Brush
+==========
+
+`Tilt Brush <https://www.tiltbrush.com>`_ is a VR painting application.
+
+Unity
+=====
+
+`Unity <https://unity.com>`_ is a real time 3D engine and editor.
+It includes an `open source USD Package <https://github.com/Unity-Technologies/usd-unity-sdk>`_.
+
+`Unity USD Documentation <https://docs.unity3d.com/Packages/com.unity.formats.usd@3.0/manual/index.html>`_
+
+Unreal Engine
+=============
+
+`Unreal Engine <https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US>`_ is a real time 3D engine and editor.
+
+`Unreal USD Documentation <https://docs.unrealengine.com/5.0/en-US/universal-scene-description-usd-in-unreal-engine/>`_
+
+Vicon Shogun
+============
+
+`Vicon Shogun <https://www.vicon.com/software/shogun/>`_ is a motion capture application.
+
+Wizart
+======
+
+`Wizart <https://wizanim.com/technology/>`_ is a USD based general purpose 3D application.

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    intro
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    Terms and Concepts <glossary>
    Tutorials <tut_usd_tutorials>
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