RoboticsRobotics

Projet Interne - Sunsplash StudioMai 2026

Photorealistic modeling and rendering of a collaborative robotic arm. A stylistic exercise in visualizing industrial equipment—exploring four lighting setups.

10+
Final renders
4 +
Lighting Directions
3
Close-ups macro
100 %
CGI — no photo
Deliverables
3D Modeling Texturing Rigging Animation Lighting Compositing variantes close-ups Images 3D
Distribution

10+ images HD — vues générales, close-ups, 4 lightings

Sectors

Plastronics

Stakes

Demonstrate proficiency in the entire industrial CGI pipeline.

Background

Le projet

When industry becomes desirable.

This project began with a simple question: Can a robotic arm be made as appealing as a luxury item? The answer lies in the lighting, the materials, and the cinematic framing.

“Lighting is a strategic decision—not an aesthetic one. Each lighting scheme tells a different story about the same product.”

Six lighting setups, three macro close-ups, and a complete 3D model. A showcase of technical expertise that demonstrates the breadth of our industrial CGI pipeline.

Art Direction

A dark studio setting bathed in cool blue neon light. Orange accents on the robot’s joints—a color scheme that evokes the Sunsplash brand identity while remaining consistent with the technical world of industrial robotics.

To show that industrial equipment can be as beautiful as it is functional—that’s exactly what 3D achieves where photography falls short.

What this project demonstrates

  • Mechanical modeling
  • Multi-material texturing
  • HDRI Neon Lighting
  • Close-up macro 3D
  • Photorealistic rendering
  • Art Direction
Mood research

Five lighting directions

The same design tested under five different lighting conditions—to determine which one best reflects the project’s identity.

Studio produit
01
Neutre
Product Studio
Gray background, uniform diffused light
Ambiance tech
02
Tech
Tech vibe
Blue background, cold side lighting
Univers néon
Selected ✓
Tech
Neon Universe
Blue neon lights, deep dark background
Ambiance atelier
04
Chaud
Workshop atmosphere
Gold halo spotlight, caramel-brown background
Ambiance mystérieuse
05
Sombre
Mysterious atmosphere
Solid black background, rim light only
Le lighting est une décision stratégique — pas esthétique. Chaque ambiance raconte une histoire différente sur le même produit.

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Final renders

Lighting design selected — blue tech backdrop with neon lights and cold side lighting.

Lighting design selected — blue tech backdrop with neon lights and cold side lighting.

Close-ups macro · Base & tête d'outil · Pince · Impression 3D · Soudure · Détail matières et mécanique

Bras Robot
Projet interne · Sunsplash Studio
SectorIndustial
DateMai 2026
Rendus10 images HD
Ligthing5 variants tested
Close-ups3 close-ups
What this shows

Complete mastery of the industrial CGI pipeline—from mechanical modeling to the final photorealistic render.

Process

How it's made

01

R&D and Art Direction

Research on robotic arm designs, project definition

02

3D Modeling

Complete geometric reconstruction of the robotic arm—joints, connectors, gripper, and wiring.

Stakes : Maintain mechanical consistency while giving the arms an organic and attractive shape.
03

Texturing & Materials

White satin-finish plastic, anodized metal, orange rubber. Each material has its own reflectivity properties.

04

Lighting research

Four moods tested—warm, dark, neutral, and tech. Assessment of the impact on product perception.

Selected direction: Neon blue background + cold side lighting. The robot becomes a graphic icon.
05

Key renderings

Six views of the robot—various angles and poses. High-resolution rendering with compositing post-processing.

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