metallness

Metallness is a term used in computer graphics and digital art to describe the appearance of materials that resemble metals. It is a property that can be adjusted in 3D modeling and rendering software to simulate the reflective and shiny qualities of metallic surfaces. Metallness is typically represented as a value between 0 and 1, where 0 indicates a non-metallic surface and 1 indicates a fully metallic surface.

The concept of metallness is often used in conjunction with roughness, which determines the smoothness or roughness of a surface. Together, these properties help create realistic and visually appealing materials in digital environments. Metallness affects how light interacts with a surface, with metallic materials reflecting light more uniformly and with less color variation compared to non-metallic materials.

In practical applications, metallness is used to create a wide range of metallic materials, from shiny gold and silver to dull aluminum and rusted iron. It is a fundamental property in the creation of realistic textures and materials in video games, films, and other digital media. By adjusting the metallness value, artists and designers can control the visual appearance of objects, enhancing the overall realism and immersion of their digital creations.