EpiDiff: Enhancing Multi-View Synthesis via Localized Epipolar-Constrained Diffusion
(2312.06725)Abstract
Generating multiview images from a single view facilitates the rapid generation of a 3D mesh conditioned on a single image. Recent methods that introduce 3D global representation into diffusion models have shown the potential to generate consistent multiviews, but they have reduced generation speed and face challenges in maintaining generalizability and quality. To address this issue, we propose EpiDiff, a localized interactive multiview diffusion model. At the core of the proposed approach is to insert a lightweight epipolar attention block into the frozen diffusion model, leveraging epipolar constraints to enable cross-view interaction among feature maps of neighboring views. The newly initialized 3D modeling module preserves the original feature distribution of the diffusion model, exhibiting compatibility with a variety of base diffusion models. Experiments show that EpiDiff generates 16 multiview images in just 12 seconds, and it surpasses previous methods in quality evaluation metrics, including PSNR, SSIM and LPIPS. Additionally, EpiDiff can generate a more diverse distribution of views, improving the reconstruction quality from generated multiviews. Please see our project page at https://huanngzh.github.io/EpiDiff/.
Overview
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EpiDiff presents a novel approach to synthesizing multi-view images from a single image, enhancing the speed and quality of the process.
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The method employs a 'lightweight epipolar attention block' within a diffusion model to understand spatial relationships using epipolar constraints.
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EpiDiff works compatibly with existing base diffusion models and does not require heavy modifications for integration.
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In tests, EpiDiff produced 16 views in 12 seconds and outperformed predecessors in quality metrics like PSNR, SSIM, and LPIPS.
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The technique aids effective 3D shape recovery but still has limitations with significant viewpoint changes and potentially could integrate synthesis and reconstruction steps.
Enhancing Multi-View Image Synthesis
Introduction to Multi-View Synthesis
The creation of multiple images of an object from different viewpoints, using just a single image, is an important technological advancement with applications in augmented reality, gaming, and robotics. Traditional methods accomplish this but often trade off between speed, quality, and consistency. A recent development, titled EpiDiff, presents a novel approach to this synthesis problem, focusing on enhancing both the quality and speed of generating these multi-view images.
EpiDiff Framework
EpiDiff distinguishes itself by incorporating a "lightweight epipolar attention block" into a pre-existing diffusion model. This block uses the geometric rule of epipolar constraints, commonly applied in stereo vision, to understand the spatial relationships between different views. This technique encourages the synthesis of new images that are consistent with one another, and it improves upon the operation speed of former methods. EpiDiff achieves compatibility with a range of existing base diffusion models, integrating seamlessly without requiring extensive modifications.
Performance and Advantages
This method's efficiency is reflected in its ability to produce 16 different views in a mere 12 seconds. According to standard quality evaluation metrics such as PSNR, SSIM, and LPIPS, EpiDiff shows superior performance compared to its predecessors. Not only does it rapidly generate multiview images, but the model’s adaptability allows for the creation of views with more varied distribution, which is crucial for enhancing 3D object reconstruction from these generated images.
Application Potential and Further Research
The effective 3D shape recovery from synthesized multi-view images opens many doors for practical applications. However, EpiDiff still has limitations, especially in handling significant changes in viewpoint or larger scene contexts. Additionally, the current pipeline separates the steps of multiview image synthesis and 3D reconstruction, which could be streamlined in future versions. Despite these constraints, EpiDiff presents a significant step forward in the field of multi-view image synthesis, combining speed with high-quality image generation. Further research and development are expected to expand its capabilities and refine its practical utility.
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