New Software for 3D Objects with Smooth Material Transitions
OpenVCAD, a new open-source software, is revolutionizing the design and printing of multi-material objects.
Developed by Charles Wade, a PhD student in computer science at the University of Colorado Boulder, OpenVCAD allows engineers to code complex 3D designs with ease.
The tool enables engineers to design spatially varying multi-material objects with remarkable ease and precision.
Created in the Matter Assembly Computation Lab, led by Assistant Professor Robert MacCurdy, OpenVCAD goes beyond traditional modeling by mapping not just shapes but also material distribution within 3D objects.
This project reflects a growing interest in computational approaches that merge coding with design, potentially transforming additive manufacturing.
Author's summary: OpenVCAD simplifies multi-material 3D design and printing.