New 2023 ExactFlat Release:

New ExactFlat Features: 3D to 2D Digital Pattern Making

In this video, we are going to be covering the new features which are going to be available in the upcoming release of ExactFlat. This time ExactFlat workflow will be applied on a marine cover.  With the new 2023 release of ExactFlat for Rhino 3D, you will get even more done in even less time. With updated 3D to 2D flattening (up to 20x faster), improved export controls and cutter support for a variety of CNC cutters, created faster seam development and notching tools, we've made it even easier for you to get things done quickly—and efficiently. The new, faster, easier to use features in the new 2023 release of ExactFlat for Rhino 3D.

Table of Contents

Here’s the table of contents to the “ExactFlat's New Features and Workflow for 3D to 2D Digital Pattern Making for a Marine Cover” video. This video shows how the 3D to 2D digital pattern making workflow including the new features of the new ExactFlat software released in 2023.Use the links below to navigate to the section of interest or watch the entire video:

0:00 Introduction to ExactFlat New Features: Create Mesh

1:03 Adaptive Remesher

1:47 Create Pattern

2:55 Optimize Fit

5:40 Pattern Edge Seam Allowances

6:26 Start and End Condition for Pattern Edges

6:57 TrimExtend and Chamfer Angle

8:45 Apply Individual Pattern Edges and Split Points

13:25 Apply Tracings

14:02 Export File

15:05 DXF File

16:27 Export File Layers

18:00 DXF, PDF, Rhino 3D Export Files