Friendlier Interaction
In ZW3D 2021, user experience has been further improved with some small yet considerate new functions. For example, Command Search helps you quickly search commands by keywords, which is useful for unfamiliar functions. And for repetitive work, Script Record can help by recording the commands as a script, which can be set as a map key to quickly conduct the operation by one click next time. Moreover, the Cartesian Coordinate System is now fully supported, including 2D/3D Datum Axis, Datum Plane, and Datum CSYS, helping with sketch design, modeling, PMI dimensions and assembly constraint setting.
Extended CAD Capabilities
Except for friendlier user experience, CAD functions have been extended for higher-quality design. For sketch design, new functions like Offset Constraint to add constraints to offset entities, Equal Curvature Constraint to realize smoother curves and surfaces, Cosmetic Sketch to provide references for modeling process, etc., are ready for you.
As for modeling, G2 Blend is supported to get filets and blend faces of higher precision, especially benefiting streamlined design. The new Cross Trim function can trim multiple surfaces and sew them at a time.
Assembly has also been remarkably improved with new functions like Include Unplaced Component to insert virtual components in the assembly tree and the 3D BOM, Clearance Check to detect the minimum distance between components, and Batch Attribute Edit to apply attributes to multiple objects simultaneously.
Optimized CAM Programming
Enhancements in CAM module are also worth expecting. For instance, more types of cutting tools are supported in turning, including the pentagon, hexagon and octagon ones. What’s more, Full Machine Simulation has been upgraded with Machine Builder, CNC Controller, Machine Register, new measuring tools, etc. It helps you simulate the actual machining process more easily and accurately. Besides, the CAM operation list now can be exported to Excel, where you can also show or hide a specific coordinate. Finally, Arc Fitting is supported in 2X Milling, 5X Milling, and Surface Engraving to help generate higher-quality toolpaths.
To summarize, ZW3D 2021 brings a lot of new functions and optimizations for better user experience and stronger CAD/CAM capabilities. Now the beta package with a 30-day free trial is available. Welcome to try and share your comments with us in the ZW3D user group. Your voices are valuable to help us deliver a better ZW3D.
