Abstract: An advanced system for facial landmark detection and 3D facial animation rigging is proposed, utilizing deep learning algorithms to accurately detect key facial points, such as the eyes, mouth, and eyebrows. These landmarks enable precise rigging of 3D models, facilitating realistic and controlled facial expressions. The system enhances animation efficiency and realism, providing robust solutions for applications in gaming, animation, and virtual reality. This approach integrates cutting-edge detection techniques with efficient rigging mechanisms. The AI-assisted rigging process reduces manual effort and ensures precise, dynamic animations. The study evaluates the system's accuracy in facial landmark detection, the efficiency of the rigging process, and its performance in generating consistent emotional expressions across animations. Additionally, the system's computational efficiency, scalability, and system performance are assessed, demonstrating its practicality for real-time applications. Pilot testing, emotion recognition consistency, and performance metrics reveal the system's robustness and effectiveness in producing realistic animations while reducing production time. This work contributes to the advancement of animation and virtual environments, offering a scalable solution for realistic facial expression generation and character animation. Future research will focus on refining the system and exploring its potential applications in interactive media and real-time animation.

Langdi Liao, Lei Kang, Tingli Yue, Aiting Zhou and Ming Yang, “Enhancing Facial Expressiveness in 3D Cartoon Animation Faces: Leveraging Advanced AI Models for Generative and Predictive Design” International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications(IJACSA), 16(1), 2025. http://dx.doi.org/10.14569/IJACSA.2025.0160173

@article{Liao2025,
title = {Enhancing Facial Expressiveness in 3D Cartoon Animation Faces: Leveraging Advanced AI Models for Generative and Predictive Design},
journal = {International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications},
doi = {10.14569/IJACSA.2025.0160173},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.14569/IJACSA.2025.0160173},
year = {2025},
publisher = {The Science and Information Organization},
volume = {16},
number = {1},
author = {Langdi Liao and Lei Kang and Tingli Yue and Aiting Zhou and Ming Yang}
}