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Release of Ultimaker Cura 5.0, a package for preparing a model for 3D printing

A new version of the Ultimaker Cura 5.0 package is available, providing a graphical interface for preparing models for 3D printing (slicing). The project code is written in Python and distributed under the LGPLv3 license. The GUI is built using the Uranium framework using Qt.

Based on the model, the program determines the scenario for the operation of a 3D printer during the sequential application of each layer. In the simplest case, it is enough to import the model in one of the supported formats (STL, OBJ, X3D, 3MF, BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG), select the speed, material and quality settings and send the print job. There are plug-ins for integration with SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Autodesk Inventor and other CAD systems. CuraEngine is used to translate a 3D model into a 3D printer instruction set.

In the new release:

  • The user interface has been transferred to the use of the Qt6 library (previously the Qt5 branch was used). The transition to Qt6 made it possible to provide support for work on new Mac devices equipped with an Apple M1 chip.
  • A new layer slicing engine, Arachne, has been proposed, which uses variable line width when preparing files, which improves the accuracy of printing thin and complex details.
    Release of Ultimaker Cura 5.0, a package for preparing a model for 3D printing
  • Improved slicing preview quality of scaled models.
    Release of Ultimaker Cura 5.0, a package for preparing a model for 3D printing
  • The interface of the Cura Marketplace plugins and materials catalog, built into the application, has been updated. Simplified search and installation of plugins and material profiles.
  • Improved profiles for printing on Ultimaker printers. Printing speed has increased by up to 20% in some cases.
  • Added a new splash screen that appears when the application starts, and suggested a new icon.
  • Updated digital build plates for Ultimaker printers.
  • Introduced the Minimum Wall Line Width option.
  • Added settings for metal 3D printing.
  • Added support for plastic shrinkage compensation when printing with PLA, tPLA, and PETG materials.
  • Improved selection of line widths by default for printing spiral forms.
  • Increased the visibility of options in the interface.

Release of Ultimaker Cura 5.0, a package for preparing a model for 3D printing


Source: opennet.ru

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