Pose Level Transparency
What has changed: We have introduced a new feature in the Pose Level during the scan step that enables users to change the opacity of scans, making them transparent. Additionally, this transparency feature can be used simultaneously with grid lines for better reference.
How it affects you: This enhancement empowers users to edit poses with an elevated level of accuracy by utilizing the grid as a reference point. Tasks such as adjusting abduction, adduction, extension, and flexion angles are now more intuitive and streamlined.
How to use it: Within the Pose Level, select ‘Appearance’ and then choose from three options: Normal, Transparent, or Neutral Ghost to adjust the opacity of the scans as per your preference. Use Transparent mode alongside grid lines for precision editing.
Sculpt Max Height Adjustment
What has changed: We have refined the maximum limit within the Sculpt Level to 10mm. This allows users to either add or remove material from a scan up to a maximum of 10mm.
How it affects you: With this adjustment, you now have the capability to make more precise modifications, which is particularly beneficial for creating pressure relief areas as well as pressure-bearing areas.
How to use it: Within the Sculpt Level, manipulate the maximum height by adjusting the slider, as depicted in the image above, to add or remove material up to 10mm as per your requirements.
Cleanup Level Manual Alignment and UI Simplification
What has changed: We have reintegrated the manual alignment step into the Cleanup Level, along with a simplified User Interface (UI). This decision came from the realization that relying solely on landmark placements might not suffice for aligning certain scans accurately. However, this reintroduced step is less cumbersome and functions as an effortless additional step.
How it affects you: The reintroduction of manual alignment, in combination with a streamlined UI, significantly enhances the alignment quality of your scans. This, in turn, facilitates the more precise modeling of devices.
How to use it: There is no need for any specific action on your part. The manual alignment step has been seamlessly integrated into the workflow and automatically follows the cleanup step.
Thickness & Boundaries Update
What has changed: We've solved an issue that caused artifacts in the printed splint at the line of the boundary stripe when global thickness equals boundary thickness.
How it affects you: The fix ensures cleaner models when the global thickness and boundary thickness are identical.
How to use it: Continue printing splints even when global thickness equals boundary thickness without worries about artifacts.
Improved Arm Advanced Pose
What has changed: We have incorporated a new weight computation mechanism in the Arm Advanced Pose feature, which is specifically tailored to enhance the reliability of pose deformations, with particular emphasis on wrist movements.
How it affects you: This enhancement results in a considerable improvement in the quality of the arm poses, rendering them more lifelike. This is especially notable in the depiction of wrist movements, where the realism is significantly augmented.
How to use it: When utilizing the Arm Advanced Pose feature, the new weight computation is automatically applied. This ensures the poses, particularly of the wrist, are rendered with heightened realism and quality. Simply continue to use the Arm Advanced Pose as you normally would, and benefit from the improved accuracy.
Autoforma UI Restyling
What has changed: We have given the autoforma User Interface (UI) a makeover to make room for new tools and to enhance the user experience through better interaction. Please note that the subtle differences in slider options and drop down menus are now product specific.
How it affects you: The revamped UI offers a more streamlined and uncluttered workspace, with improved organization of tools. This makes your tasks smoother and potentially quicker as you can find and use the tools you need with greater ease.
How to use it: Simply navigate through the refreshed and tidier UI to effortlessly select and configure the tools you need for your work. The new layout is designed to be intuitive, allowing for a more efficient and enjoyable user experience.
Thumb Reconstruction Level Improvement
What has changed: The Thumb Reconstruction Level has been enhanced with the introduction of two new options for cylinder length, along with smoother transitions between the geometric cylinder and the scan. This is designed to more accurately mirror the dimensions of the thumb in your scan.
How it affects you: These improvements provide you with greater flexibility in choosing cylinder lengths, and ensure smoother transitions in the thumb reconstruction, contributing to a more accurate and refined outcome.
How to use it: This enhancement is available for devices that immobilize the thumb and necessitate a thumb section. It is an essential step within the scan level. When you reach the Thumb Reconstruction Level, you will have the options to select the cylinder length that best suits your requirements and experience the smoother transitions for a more accurate thumb representation.
Addition of Mushroom Pin as Closing System in freeForma and autoForma
What we’ve changed
We have added a new tool to the Closing Systems level in freeForma and autoForma.This tool guides users in the creation Mushroom Pins. The Mushroom Pin is a pin with a large head that can be used to fasten strings and elastics on the splint.
How it affects you
As a user of freeForma and autoForma, this update provides you with an additional closing system option. The Mushroom Pin is especially useful for fastening strings and elastics on the splint. This feature can improve the efficiency of your workflow and save you time in creating custom splints.
How to use it
If you select autoForma modelling tool,you will see the closing system tab just after the beltloop tab. You can add rivets or mushroom pins by adding each point at you desired point on the splint. once you are done, validate them by clicking validate. In freeforma, the same applies
New External Boundary Controls in autoForma and freeForma
What we’ve changed
We have added new features to autoForma and freeForma that allow users to control the external boundaries of the splint. Specifically, external boundaries now have a separate control for their thickness, which can be higher or lower than the global value assigned to the rest of the splint. Additionally, external boundaries can be flared to be detached from the skin. These features are dependent on the minimum available distance that exists between the external boundaries and the closest alveoli. If this distance is not over a certain threshold, the feature will be deactivated.
How it affects you
As a user of autoForma and freeForma, these new features provide greater control over the external boundaries of the splint. By being able to control the thickness of the external boundaries separately, you can create splints that better fit the needs of each individual patient. Additionally, the ability to flare the external boundaries can improve patient comfort and reduce the risk of pressure sores.
How to use it
To utilize the new external boundary controls available in both autoForma and freeForma, proceed to the fit/draw tab. After obtaining and validating your final splint design, you can adjust the boundary flares as required using a slider located at the side. It is essential to note that these features are reliant on the minimum distance available between the external boundaries and the nearest alveoli. If this distance falls below a specific threshold, the feature will become deactivated.
Point-to-Point Measure Tool for Splint Surface
What we’ve changed
Users can now use the Point-to-Point measure tool on the splint surface in both freeForma and autoForma. This feature allows the user to check the dimensions of the model for specific needs such as placing closing systems.
How it affects you
This new feature makes it easier for users to measure specific distances on the splint surface, which can be useful for a variety of purposes. It provides more precise measurements, leading to better-fitting splints and improved patient outcomes.
How to use it
To use this feature, simply open the measure tool in either freeforma or autoForma mode and select from the measure tools and select the point to point tool. Select a point on the splint surface that you want to measure. The tool will calculate the distance between the two points, allowing you to check the dimensions of specific areas on the model.
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