Creo 2. modeling environment enhancements
create a new closing tool
use the close-off tool to close the hole in the parting surface.
use the Shut-off tool to fill selected holes or all holes in the parting surface of the mold model.
JAVA binding in the object toolkit
The coverage of the p>Creo object toolkit includes support for Java binding.
PTC has continued its modernization and multifunctional transformation of toolkit, and further expanded the Object Toolkit (C++) to include JAVA binding. Programmers can integrate existing toolkit (C) applications and object toolkit (C++ and JAVA) applications more flexibly.
object toolkit extension
the coverage of Creo object toolkit continues to be extended to the main API, so as to transition creo from c to C++.
PTC has continued its modernization and multifunctional transformation of toolkit, and further expanded the "Object Toolkit" (C++). Object Toolkit adopts smart pointer technology, which is widely used in Creo and Granite, and can better integrate C, C++ and JAVA applications. In Creo 2., the object toolkit fully supports ProAsm and partially supports composite state. ATB and 3D data exchange functions have been added.
asynchronous options added to the object toolkit
the coverage of the p>Creo object toolkit includes supporting asynchronous application structures written in C++.
PTC has continued its modernization and multifunctional transformation of toolkit, and further expanded the Object Toolkit (C++) to support the development of asynchronous applications using C++. Programmers have more flexibility in the structure of object toolkit applications to meet the specific automation requirements of Creo.
dynamic stretching
you can use ALT key to dynamically stretch, rotate or scale.
you can dynamically stretch, rotate or scale the control grid to add details. Hold down the ALT key and drag a drag handle to perform stretching operations and subdivide the control grid.
create a new direct folding feature
you can fold features created in Creo Direct into a single feature.
when you open a model that has been created or modified in Creo Direct, you can collapse all Direct features into a single feature connected with the rest.
highlight overlapping geometry
overlapping geometry is highlighted in the Flat Pattern Preview window.
to switch the highlighted content, click Overlapping Geometry Display in the Flat Pattern Preview window.
automatically create a flat shape family table instance
you can automatically create a flat shape family table instance.
when the Flat Pattern feature is regenerated in the model tree or previewed in the Flat Pattern Preview window, an instance of the Flat Pattern family table can be automatically created according to the model.
connecting two intersecting walls
create a bend between two intersecting walls to connect them together.
in Sheetmetal, you can connect two intersecting walls with a bend created between them. The walls should be planar to create a linear intersection. You can specify the bend relief to use, or you can trim the non-intersecting parts of the wall.
order independent transparency
improves the display quality and performance of transparent objects.
using "Order Independent Transparency" can improve the overall display quality and performance of transparent objects, thus preventing transparent products from appearing. Only AMD8 and AMD9 series graphics cards support order-independent transparency.
full-screen anti-aliasing
you can apply anti-aliasing to the display content to improve the display quality.
you can select Anti-Aliasing under Geometry display settings to improve the appearance of the model. Perform anti-aliasing operations on graphics hardware. You can use the control to specify the amount of anti-aliasing.
use Esc to exit the sketcher tool
you can press Esc to exit the sketcher tool.
while working in sketcher, you can press Esc to exit various tools and dialog boxes.
sketch-based molding
you can create molded features or partial perforations based on sketches.
using a new forming tool in Sheetmetal, you can perform the following operations:
create a forming feature or partial perforation according to the sketch.
select to create an internal sketch, or select an existing external sketch.
create a molding feature with optional rounding and taper, or create a partial perforation with material thickness.
the new user interface and workflow of parallel and rotary mixing
enhance the user interface and workflow of parallel and rotary mixing tools.
you can create a sketch in 3D space, define the rotation axis with geometry, set the starting point of the section at the feature level, and select a non-parallel section in the parallel blending tool.
flatten the view
you can flatten the control grid perpendicular to the view screen.
use the flatten view command to adjust the selected elements of the control grid to be parallel or perpendicular to the view screen.
extend the connecting edge of the flat wall
use the Offset function to extend the foundation wall at the connecting edge of the flat wall.
use By Value to extend the foundation wall at any value at the connecting edge of the flat wall feature.
consistency of corner relief anchor type options
the corner relief anchor type options are consistent among the corner relief tool, the transform tool and the flange wall tool.
you can choose to dimension the corner relief from the tangent connection edge of two bending surfaces or from the intersection point of two bending lines.
PTC installation assistant
PTC introduced the second generation of improved functions for Creo's new PTC installation assistant.
PTC installation assistant combines automatic license acquisition and installation with Creo product acquisition and installation. The assistant installs products from PTC.com or Creo product DVD. You can quickly select the products and options to install, and then PTC Installation Assistant will automatically install all the selected Creo products. Simplifies the workflow and sets useful default values so that "typical users" can complete the installation process simply and quickly.
Creo 2. surface enhancement
n-side surface enhancement
you can add curvature constraints and internal curves.
The shape and quality of N-side surface are improved. You can assign curvature continuity constraints to boundaries and add internal curves to help define shapes. All surfaces created are 5 degrees.
reset points in surface editing
you can easily identify and reset modified points on the control grid.
you can display all the moved points in the current operation in the Surface Edit, thus displaying the modified points on the control grid. The modified points are highlighted in different colors. You can right-click a selected point and then reset it or reset all points in the operation.
flatten the control mesh
you can flatten the control mesh in Surface Edit.
you can flatten (arrange) the rows or columns of the control grid. You can base the flattening on one of the following situations:
The shape and quality of the surface are improved by the most suitable plane of the selected point of the row or column
View direction
Improve the quality of the surface
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the shape and quality of the surface are improved significantly. The degree of the surface is determined by the degree of the boundary curve.
surface editing enhancement
you can control the degree of the surface.
use Advanced Options in Surface Edit to control the degree of the surface. You can also control the number of rows or columns displayed for each node in the surface. This gives you more control over the smoothness of the edited surface.
node analysis improvement
you can view the degree information of curves and surfaces.
when performing a node analysis on a surface, an icon appears to show the degrees in the u direction and the v direction. When performing node analysis on a curve, an icon appears to show the degree of the curve.
destination chain of intersecting edges
you can create destination objects at the intersection of members of an array or symmetric recognition feature.
when creating an array or symmetrical recognition feature, a destination object is automatically created between each member and the rest. Then, you can add other features of the destination object that reference a specific member, and you can create a reference array for other members.
curvature continuous constraint on composite boundary
you can assign curvature continuous constraint on composite boundary.
you can apply a curvature continuity condition on a boundary composed of compound edge chains.
control the degree of the curve
you can control the degree of the curve you create.
you can control the degree of the curve you create. If a connection with continuous curvature is assigned, the degree of the curve will be automatically increased. In interpolation mode, the shape of the curve will be automatically optimized to obtain the best flow. In control point mode, you have full access to all points on the control grid.
multi-level subdivision
you can modify the geometry at different levels of detail.
multi-level editing of the control grid is supported. Each multi-stage step subdivides each surface into four surfaces. In this way, you can have more control over the grid, for example, you can add finer details without modifying existing shapes. You can switch between steps to add the necessary details, and then still return to the basic level to make topology changes and more global changes. Options are available at various levels to display modified points and reset individual points or all points.
Creo 2. size enhancement
dynamic size relocation in 3D drawing
you can dynamically relocate the size in 3d drawing.
the dynamic resizing in p>3D drawing is consistent with that in 2D drawing. The following is a dynamic resizing operation:
Select the dimension text and move it in any direction within the annotation plane.
snap the dimension text to the center of the extension line.
capture a dimension line and align it with the neighboring dimension line.
hold down the Shift key and drag the dimension text to lock the dimension line in place and move only the dimension text.
select dimension line to move the entire size without changing the relative position of the text.
right-click the extension line to add a corner or breakpoint.
hold down the Shift key and drag the endpoint of the extension line to snap it to a reference.
Dynamic dimension positioning saves you a lot of time because it reduces the number of clicks required to locate dimension notes.
select an edge perpendicular to the annotation plane for the 3D dimension
you can select an edge perpendicular to the annotation plane as the dimension reference.
vertical edges are projected as points to the annotation plane. Therefore, the edge reference is regarded as the point reference of the dimension. In this way, the design intent can be captured, and it conforms to the relevant standards for highlighting 3D dimension annotations.
select edge endpoints for 3D dimensions
you can select edge endpoints as references for 3D dimension annotations.
you can select an edge endpoint as a reference for the 3D dimension annotation. The endpoint and the edge it belongs to are added to References in the Annotation Feature dialog box and highlighted when selecting the dimension. In this way, the design intent can be captured, and it conforms to the relevant standards for highlighting 3D dimension annotations.
merge measuring tool user interface
one dialog box replaces 9 dialog boxes.
you can change the measurement type without closing the dialog box.
improved use of Measurement information
you can collapse or reposition measurement values and reuse measurement information outside the measure dialog box.
when you select one or more reference entities for measurement, a panel containing the measurement results is displayed next to each selected entity. You can use the Measurement panel to do the following:
reposition the measurement panel in 3D model space.
copy the measurement from the panel for reuse in other applications.
collapse the Measurement panel to hide its contents.
when the geometry is translated, scaled and rotated, the position of the measuring panel remains unchanged.
display bounding box size
displays the bounding box size in a flat shape in the graphics window.
these dimensions will be updated when the Flat Pattern feature is regenerated, and these dimensions are based on the bounding box dimension parameters.
improvement of measurement workflow
the workflow for creating and viewing measurement data has been improved.
the summary tool automatically determines the measurement value to be returned according to the geometry type selected for the measurement. You can also use additional measurement options, such as Measure from Axis, Use as Plane, and Use as Normal.
bounding box size parameters
the Flat Pattern feature automatically creates feature parameters for the bounding box size.
the Flat Pattern feature automatically creates two read-only feature parameters for the bounding box size:
SMT _ flat _ pattern _ width
SMT _ flat _ pattern _ height.
Creo 2. cross section enhancement
assign colors to cross sections
you can assign colors to cross sections.