MakerWare 2.2.0 | Release
MakerWare 2.2.0 現在開始 開放下載。這個功能強大的軟體能夠幫你轉化 3D 設計變成可列印的物件，是一個關鍵必要的工具（go-to tool），也是 MakerBot 3D 環境裡，不可或缺的一環。這個版本裡最大改變是強化了自家的切層引擎－MakerBot Slicer。
我們改善了物件在懸空狀態下使用支撐材料的方式。同時，我們建構了全新的底層型態（更好剝離）；此外也改進了細緻部分的掌控、物件填充的方式，以及許多的地方。我們來細看吧！
MakerWare 2.2.0 is now available for download. This powerful software is your go-to tool for translating 3D designs to printed objects, and an integral part of the MakerBot 3D Ecosystem. Here is a behind-the-scenes look at the major improvements we've made to the MakerBot Slicer, our slicing engine, with this release.
We have improved support material for objects with overhangs. We have all new rafts that are easy to detach. We have better handling of narrow features, new infill patterns (cats included), and so much more. Let’s dive in:
功能更強的支撐模式
這是 Laurana，一個義大利文藝復興時期雕塑家 Francesco Laurana 的作品，現在呈現給您 3D printed 的版本。在下圖之中，你將見到支撐結構的不同版本（左為 MakerWare 2.1.0），同時見識到新版的改進之處（右為 MakerWare 2.2.0）。支撐材料（Support structure）是 MakerWare 對一個 3D model 進行額外修正的功能，強化物件使它能夠列印懸挑的部分。舉例而言，如果少了支撐的結構，Laurana 的 Romanesque nose 將會因為本身的重量掉下來。新版的 MakerWare 提供更聰明的計算，讓支撐結構現在只出現在必要的位置。我們同時也改變了支撐材料的生成樣式，這一切只是為了讓它更容易在最後被剝離。整個物件將會使用更少的材料，更快被印製出來。
IMPROVED SUPPORT
Meet Laurana, a 3D printed version of a bust by Italian Renaissance sculptor Francesco Laurana. In the pictures that follow, you’ll see support structures generated using the old version of the MakerWare 2.1.0 (left), and how this has been improved in the new release, MakerWare 2.2.0(right). Support structures are extruded materials that MakerWare can add to a 3D model in order to reinforce objects with overhangs. For example, Laurana's Romanesque nose would droop under its own weight without support material. The new version of MakerWare is much smarter about generating supports only where they are needed. We've also changed the pattern of support material, so it's much easier to break away. Objects use less plastic and print faster than ever.
更佳的底層模式
我們同時也讓 MakerWare 2.2.0 具備了更好用的底層模式。底層（raft）是用擠出的塑料建構出一個厚實的基礎，幫助要列印的物件能夠牢牢地固定在工作平台上，好讓它維持水平與安全。我們新版所建構出的底層將變得更容易被剝離，產生一個更平滑的底面。下圖是我們所列印的一個齒輪培林，從它第一層的細部可以見到這項功能被我們改良到多麼好用。
IMPROVED RAFTS
We've also equipped MakerWare 2.2.0 with improved rafts. A raft is a thin foundation of extruded material that helps your object stick to the build plate during a print, keeping it level and secure. Our new rafts detach more easily, creating a smoother bottom surface. We printed a gear bearing to show how well our new rafts print on objects with detailed first layers.
改良的細節控制
早期的 MakerWare 版本有時會突發性的在一些細部的地方遺失掉一些細節；這將不會再發生了！MakerWare 2.2.0 提供了最好的細節控制。下圖中，你將看到新版的 MakerWare 無接縫的列印出單層的薄殼手鐲（bracelet）。
IMPROVED NARROW FEATURE HANDLING
Previous versions of MakerWare occasionally missed details on thin or narrow features. Not anymore: MakerWare 2.2.0 offers the best handling of narrow features. Below, you can see how the new version of MakerWare seamlessly printed a single-walled bracelet.
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| http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:13505 |
下週推出：新的填充方式與更多功能
下一週，我們將會重點發表 MakerWare 2.2.0 的新功能，包括一個新的填充方式（如下圖所示，一種像貓的輪廓的圖騰）。如果要開啟這個新的填充方式，只要創建一個新的 Profile，並且將［sparseInfillPattern］參數從［hexagonal］設定為［catfill］即可。
NEXT WEEK: NEW INFILL PATTERNS AND MORE
We'll be highlighting additional new features from MakerWare 2.2.0 next week, including new infill patterns like the "catfill" pattern featured in the picture below. In order to turn on cat-shaped infill, just create a custom MakerBot Slicer profile and change the "sparseInfillPattern" setting from "hexagonal" to "catfill"
我們今天也同步發表了最新的韌體 7.3.0。這次的版本包含了一些改進，以及一些問題的修補，包括在列印過程中置入了自動暫停的機制，好讓使用者可以進行塑料更換的動作。敬請留意我們的更新，並且別忘了下載我們的最新版本。我們很樂見新版的 MakerWare 2.2.0 如何改善你的列印方式，任何列印前後的改變照片或是建議都歡迎寄到我們的信箱。下方是關於這次新版本的功能說明。
We"ve also released Firmware 7.3.0 today. It contains a few improvements and bug fixes, including an automatic pause for changing filament colors during a print.Stay tuned for updates, and be sure to download the full release today. We’d love to see how MakerWare 2.2.0 improves the way you print, so send us your before and after photos and any feedback to thoughts@makerbot.com.
Click below to see the full MakerWare and and firmware release notes.
新版本完整說明
FULL RELEASE NOTES
FULL RELEASE NOTES
MakerWare 2.2.0 新特色
New features in MakerWare 2.2.0
- 改良的預設列印設定值
Improved default print settings
- 高解析度列印由原本的 Skeinforge 改為 MakerBot Slicer 切層引擎
The high-resolution default now uses MakerBot Slicer instead of Skeinforge
- 一些 MakerBot Slicer 的改進之處：
A number of MakerBot Slicer improvements:
- 更容易移除的底層
Easy-to-remove rafts
- 更精簡的支撐結構
More minimal support
- 容易剝離，波浪狀的支撐結構
Easy-to-detach, wavy support pattern
- 對於外部輪廓（脊線）更好的掌控（詳見案例）
Better handling of external spurs (as seen in the Stretchy Bracelet)
- 從表面和第一層移除掉對角線
Removing diagonal lines from surface walls and first layers
- 更柔順平滑的演算法
New smoothing algorithm
- 更好的跨距列印
Better Bridging
- 更多的填實方式（預設方式為六角形，其他模組可以在自訂檔中設定）
Multiple infill patterns ("hexagonal" is the default; other patterns can be selected in custom profiles)
- 添加了大量的新實驗設定。預設狀態下是關閉的，可以在自訂檔中開啟。詳見相關設定細項。
A number of new experimental settings have been added that are turned off in the defaults, but can be turned on in custom profiles. See the custom profile support page for specifics.
- 動態的速度計算
Dynamic speed calculations
- 內部填實（此功能是以單線路徑的來回擠出來填滿線段間的縫隙，特別是當輪廓線之間存在比單線寬度還細的空間時）
Internal spurs（Internal spurs are single lines of extrusion used to fill the gap between outlines when that gap narrows to a single extrusion width.）
- 間隙填補
Backlash compensation
- 下架的 Skeinforge 被設定為預設自訂檔之一
A new Skeinforge default profile has been added
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| ［Make］＞［Profile］＞［Skeinforge Defaults］ |
- 用戶可以選擇背景（skybox）的圖示為"subtle"（見下圖）
Users can choose from a subtle skybox option
- 現在可以輕易地設定 MakerBot Slicer 自訂檔的擠出溫度
It is now easy to set extruder temperature when using custom MakerBot Slicer profiles
- 為 Thing-O-Matics 機種新增［homing］按鈕
Added a homing button for Thing-O-Matics
- MakerWare 現在起支援Ubuntu 13.04 平台版本
MakerWare now supports Ubuntu 13.04
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| 新版的工作環境背景可選擇［subtle］進行更換 ［Edit］＞［Setting］＞［Skybox］ |
Firmware 7.3.0 新特色
Firmware 7.3.0
- 列印時在操作面板上新增列印時間的顯示。新的操作面板上將會作［列印百分比］與［列印時間］的切換
Added print time to the interface board during prints. The interface now toggles between print percentage and print time.
- 用戶可以在列印過程中使用［Z Pause Height option］功能，在特定層置換塑料
Users can now swap filament at specific layers by using the Z Pause Height option during prints.
- LCD介面上修正了一些小字顯示的問題
Small text display bugs in the LCD interface have been fixed
- 列印中途置換塑料時，步進馬達會鎖住以避免之後噴頭位置的不對齊
During mid-print filament changes the stepper motors now lock to prevent the extruder from becoming misaligned
- 列印中的塑料置換在15分鐘之後將會切換成［冷機暫停］模式
Changing filament during a print will now timeout after 15 minutes and turn into a cold pause
- 對於加熱器有更好的錯誤處理
Added better error handling for heater errors
恭喜你看到最後！快前往 Thingiverse 網站並找出那些被大家收藏的物件，用最新下載的 MakerWare 來印印看吧！
Congrats! You read to the end. Head over to Thingiverse and find your favorite Collection of things to make with your new MakerWare download.
更新訊息：MakerWare 2.2.1 現在開放下載。與 2.2.0 版唯一的不同是新增了對於自家 new RevH MightyBoards 板的連線支援。
UPDATE: MakerWare 2.2.1 is now available. The only change from 2.2.0 is added connectivity to our new RevH MightyBoards.
UPDATE: MakerWare 2.2.1 is now available. The only change from 2.2.0 is added connectivity to our new RevH MightyBoards.
