Meshy, an AI 3D generation company, has appointed Dr. Xin Tong as Chief Scientist. Dr. Tong, who spent 25 years at Microsoft Research Asia, will lead the company's long-term research strategy, focusing on next-generation 3D foundation models and multimodal world systems. Dr. Tong has published over 190 papers and his work has been cited more than 21,000 times. His research includes O-CNN, an octree-based architecture for processing high-resolution 3D shapes, and recent projects like TRELLIS and MoGe. The appointment marks Meshy's expansion from creating individual 3D assets to building systems that can understand and run complete digital worlds. Meshy raised nearly $400 million in July 2026 at a $1.5 billion valuation and serves over 12 million registered users.

Big news: The Meshy AI 3D Model Generator is now live on KishMake. KishMake is thrilled to announce its partnership with Meshy! You can now choose the best AI engine for your specific 3D printing needs directly within KishMake. August 21, 2026 KishMake now officially integrates the Meshy AI 3D model generator, allowing you to seamlessly design and generate high-quality, print-ready 3D models using Meshy's advanced engine. This exciting partnership gives creators the freedom to choose the perfect AI model for their specific 3D printing projects directly within its platform. What is the new Meshy AI 3D Model Generator integration? Its new Meshy AI 3D model generator integration is a platform update bringing Meshy's powerful text-to-3D capabilities directly into KishMake. You can now seamlessly toggle between top-tier AI engines to ensure your generated models have the exact style, optimal geometry, and intricate details you need for flawless 3D printing. For months, its community has been asking for more variety in how geometries are generated. Different prompts require different algorithmic approaches. By bringing Meshy into the fold, KishMake is expanding your creative toolkit. Whether you are generating a custom slime fidget, a stylized tabletop miniature, or a decorative planter, having access to multiple text-to-3D engines drastically increases your chances of getting a perfect result on the first try. Why are KishMake thrilled to partner with Meshy? KishMake is incredibly excited about this partnership because it completely removes technical barriers for its community of makers. Integrating this top-tier generative technology directly into its ecosystem means you no longer need complex software to achieve stunning, print-ready results. It empowers everyone to create and sell better physical products. Meshy has proven itself to be one of the most innovative players in the generative 3D space. As highlighted by industry experts at All3DP, generative AI tools are fundamentally transforming how creators conceptualize and fabricate real-world items. Meshy's ability to interpret complex natural language prompts and output highly coherent, structurally sound meshes is remarkable. By baking their API right into its interface, print shops, hobbyists, and digital sculptors get the best of both worlds. You get the phenomenal AI processing power of Meshy combined with the automated print-preparation and user-friendly ecosystem of KishMake. Truly, it is The Easiest Way to Design for 3D Printing Today - Powered by AI. Meshy Integration Specs Cost Standard KishMake Credits Best for Detailed organic shapes, character models, and complex surface textures. Tripo or Meshy: which engine should I choose? Choosing the right AI engine depends entirely on your specific project requirements. While Tripo often excels at generating rapid, stylized geometric concepts, Meshy stands out for highly detailed organic shapes and intricate textures. Switching between them allows you to find the absolute perfect geometry for your 3D printing setup. Having choices is empowering, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. The beauty of its new update is that you don't have to lock yourself into a single workflow. You can experiment with a prompt in Tripo, and if the result isn't exactly what you envisioned for your FDM or Resin printer, you can immediately run the exact same prompt through Meshy. If you are planning to monetize your creations and want a comprehensive breakdown of when to use which tool, KishMake highly recommend reading its complete comparison guide: Meshy vs Tripo: Which is the Best AI 3D Model Generator for 3D Printing? It dives deep into edge cases, topology differences, and slicer compatibility. Quick comparison overview. | Feature | Meshy Engine | Tripo Engine | | Organic Details | Exceptional for fluid, natural curves | Good, but leans stylized | | Hard Surface | Strong, but sometimes over-smooths edges | Excellent for sharp geometric angles | | Speed | Fast, cloud-processed generation | Ultra-fast rapid ideation | How to generate Meshy models in KishMake. KishMake has designed the interface to be as intuitive as possible. You don't need a separate subscription to Meshy, nor do you need to learn a new dashboard. Everything happens right where you already work. Unlocking new possibilities for creators. The addition of the Meshy AI 3D model generator is just another step in its mission to democratize 3D design. KishMake know that many of its users run small businesses, Etsy shops, or local craft stalls. By providing you with the highest quality generative tools available on the market, KishMake is giving you a competitive edge. KishMake cannot wait to see what you build with Meshy. Whether you are creating intricate tabletop terrain, custom functional home decor, or unique personalized gifts, the power is now entirely in your hands. Head over to your KishMake dashboard today and take the Meshy engine for a spin! Frequently asked questions. Do I need a separate Meshy account to use this feature? No, you do not need a separate account to use the new features. The Meshy AI 3D model generator is fully integrated directly into the KishMake platform. Simply log into your existing KishMake workspace, select the Meshy engine from the dropdown menu, and start generating your printable models instantly. Does generating Meshy models cost extra in KishMake? Using the Meshy engine draws from your standard KishMake credit balance. There are no hidden fees or separate subscription requirements for accessing these advanced generation tools. You can seamlessly switch between different AI models based on what works best for your specific 3D printing budget and project needs. Are the Meshy 3D models ready for 3D printing? Yes, models generated through its platform are optimized for 3D printing. While some complex organic shapes might require minor slicer supports, the Meshy integration ensures that the initial geometry is solid and watertight. You can export these designs directly as STL or OBJ files to your favorite slicing software.

Meshy 7 improves image-to-3d accuracy with new Geometry Alignment technology. Meshy has released a new version of their AI-powered image-to-3D model service. They released Meshy 7, an upgrade over the previous Meshy 6. What's different? It seems they have focused on something they call "3D geometry alignment". This is the fancy term for: "did it actually match the input image?" That is indeed a problem with many of today's image-to-3D services: a very nice image is turned into a rough and poorly representative 3D model. That is what's powering the AI slop problem in many online 3D model repositories. I've written about this previously, where the 3D model is nowhere near the same as the image presented. It looks like Meshy wants to eliminate that problem with Meshy 7. I'm glad they're doing this, because everyone should be able to generate accurate 3D models from images. That really hasn't been the case with most tools, unless you happen to be lucky. How did they do this? Their first step was to invent a method of measuring accuracy. They developed their "first" 3D Geometry Alignment Benchmark. This is a test that measures three important factors: * Overall Proportion: measures whether major elements of the generated model occupy the same region of 3D space. This looks at the model as a whole. * Spatial Distribution: measures the fine details, looking at how far off each generated point is from a reference model. * Surface Details: measures the quality of the surface for missing or extra geometry. Armed with a measurement tool, they can then do some measuring. They benchmarked the new Meshy 7 against four competitors, suspiciously named T1, H1, R1, and H2. (By mere coincidence, Meshy's main competitors happen to be Tribo, Hi3D, Rodin, and Hunyuan.) Here are the results of their testing: Meshy 7 comes out quite well on the testing, although the measurements in each category are really fairly close. I do notice that all of them are pretty poor on surface detail, which aligns with my experiences. Interestingly, they didn't list the results for Meshy 6. Meshy does state that there are further measurements that could be taken, including texture alignment. That's the surface colouring that is also generated during the process, and is separate from the geometry. But you have to have geometry before you can have a texture, and for 3D print purposes, the geometry matters a lot more. What did they change in Meshy 7 to improve the results? They say they improved the image encoder to use higher resolutions, and rebuilt the training data with examples that have tighter alignment. They also now use alignment as their key metric when iterating through training loops. For Meshy users, this just makes things better; for others, it makes the choice between Meshy and its competitors a bit more complicated. Regardless, I see this as a continuation of the refinement of AI 3D technology. With each new release, the results are getting better and at some point will become much more usable than they are today. By kerry Stevenson. Kerry Stevenson, aka "General Fabb" has written over 8,000 stories on 3D printing at Fabbaloo since he launched the venture in 2007, with an intention to promote and grow the incredible technology of 3D printing across the world. So far, it seems to be working!