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ChangeLog

Version 2.2.3

Released September 16th, 2023

• Added ability to remove all interior structural parts during generation

• Fixed a bug that was preventing the “1 x 1 Plates Only” preset from functioning correctly

• Fixed critical bugs related to connectivity optimization

 

Version 2.2.2

Released September 14th, 2023

• Improved color fidelity when using parts availability checks on colorless models with a user-specified generation color

• Improved color availability handling when using brick-height interval generation

• Added a lower-period random sinusoidal generation option to the experimental terrain sculptor

• Optimized runtime performance of connectivity optimization

• Fixed a critical bug affecting connectivity optimization of some models

• Fixed bugs related to part selection in mosaic generation

 

Version 2.2.1

Released September 12th, 2023

Changes to advanced features available with a NiemanSculpt Pro license key:

• Experimental new terrain sculpting feature

  • Sculpt custom topography with a built-in editor

  • Generate models with dozens of landscape presets featuring different colors, textures, parts palettes, SNOT generation, and randomized plants

  • Automatic parts availability checking and price optimization

  • Advanced support structure optimization

  • Automatic black border generation

  • More features and presets to come

• Expanded brick-height-interval generation to include standard slopes and wedge bricks

• Added option to use units in .obj or .stl files for model scaling

• LDraw Find & Replace is now accessible by pressing F from the main menu in NiemanSculpt Pro

• UI improvements

Additional improvements for all users:

• Fixed a bug affecting the placement of parts 4445 and 4161

• Fixed a bug related to automatic user preference saving

 

Version 2.1.2

Released September 6th, 2023

Changes to advanced features available with a NiemanSculpt Pro license key:

• Added option to generate sculptures using only bricks placed at brick-height intervals

• Improved connectivity optimization

Additional improvements for all users:

• Adjusted model rotation angle handling to follow right hand rule conventions with LDraw/Studio axes

• Fixed a bug that was forcing hollowing of some models

• Fixed bugs related to automatic user preference saving

• Fixed bugs related to OBJ file parsing

• Fixed UI bugs

 

Version 2.1.1

Released August 13th, 2023

Advanced features now available with a NiemanSculpt Pro license key:

• Part availability checks and price optimization
• Connectivity analysis and optimization
• Advanced control over internal support structure
• Automatic removal of structurally unnecessary parts
• Optimized part sequencing for creating instructions
• Tiled surface generation

Additional improvements for all users:

• Improved slope and curved slope placement algorithms for smoother results
• User interface upgrades
• Bug fixes related to error handling and OBJ file parsing

 

 

Version 2.0.0

Released June 1st, 2023

• Sculpture generation is now roughly 20x faster

 

• Full control over 3D model rotation

• Hollow interior now available in SNOT generation

• Improved neutral color functionality and optimized color processing

• Improved fidelity in mosaic generation

• Model scaling is now based on horizontal dimensions only, not height

• Many minor bug fixes, compatibility improvements, and user experience tweaks

 

Version 1.0.15

Released January 15th, 2023

• Significantly reduced parsing time for multi-object .obj files
• Changed default color to blue
• Added elapsed time information to post-generation page
• Backend restructuring in preparation for future performance improvements

 

Version 1.0.14

Released November 2nd, 2022

• Optimized color selection algorithm
• Improved handling for anomalous .obj file formatting
• Fixed bug regarding up direction settings in binary-encoded .stl files
• Fixed bugs related to user preference saving

 

Version 1.0.13

Released September 12th, 2022

• Fixed critical bug regarding .obj files exported from Fusion 360

 

Version 1.0.12

Released August 31st, 2022

• Removed Find and Replace functionality for Studio files (please use Studio’s new built-in replacement function)
• Backend improvements

 

Version 1.0.11

Released July 31st, 2022

• Added color 370 Medium Brown
• Added color 371 Medium Tan
• Fixed color nomenclature and numbering issues

 

Version 1.0.10

Released May 31st, 2022

• Added wedge plates 47407 and 2419

 

Version 1.0.9

Released April 15th, 2022

• Added wedge plates 51739, 48183, 43719, 65426, and 65429

 

Version 1.0.8

Released April 2nd, 2022

• Fixed critical generation bug from version 1.0.7

 

Version 1.0.7

Released April 2nd, 2022

• Rewrote data structure to significantly reduce RAM usage
• Improved coloring algorithms in sculpture generation to produce cleaner results from image textures
• Fixed critical bug related to upside-down direction sculpture generation
• Fixed bug related to placement of part 41682

 

Version 1.0.6

Released March 26th, 2022

• Tweaked sculpture generation algorithms to improve handling of simple geometric shapes
• Improved accuracy of model sizing

 

Version 1.0.5

Released March 24th, 2022

• Improved handling of greyscale images in mosaic generation
• Fixed critical bug related to .stl file parsing

 

Version 1.0.4

Released March 24th, 2022

• Improved generation algorithm for curved slopes
• Improved generation algorithm for cheese slopes
• Improved progress window text for SNOT elements
• Fixed bug related to generation of part 41682 in upside-down direction
• Fixed bug related to generation of part 11477
• Fixed bug related to saving of mosaic size preference

 

Version 1.0.3

Released March 22nd, 2022

• Improved sculpture generation algorithms to make transitions between stud directions smoother in SNOT mode

 

Version 1.0.2

Released March 20th, 2022

• Added SNOT bracket generation with part 41682
• Improved accuracy of sculpture sizing
• Fixed bug related to model scaling
• Increased maximum supported coordinate values for 3D model files
• Improved clarity of GUI text

 

Version 1.0.1

Released March 13th, 2022

• Added color 368 Vibrant Yellow
• Separated color preferences for sculpture and mosaic generation
• Added parts selection option for mosaic generation
• Decreased output file sizes
• Improved compliance with LDraw file standards
• Fixed bug related to scrolled text boxes
• Fixed bug related to Find and Replace file handling

 

Version 1.0.0

Released March 8th, 2022

• Automated sculpture generation
  • Studs-up mode
    • Optional support grid generation at variable
    • Optional hollowing with variable wall thickness
  • SNOT (studs not on top) mode
    • Automatic tile placement to avoid collisions
    • Automatic internal placement of SNOT elements
  • 160 shapes of LEGO elements used in generation
    • Wedge plates, slopes, wedge bricks, curved slopes, and more
  • 3D models in .obj or .stl format supported
    • Automatic detection and application of image textures and material colors for .obj files
    • Supports multi-object scenes for .obj files
    • Option to select an image to apply to UV-mapped .obj models
  • Built-in generation presets
  • Full control over individual parts and colors used in generation
• Wall-style mosaic generation
  • Specify mosaic size by width 
  • Full control over individual colors used in generation
• Find and Replace
  • Find and replace mold variants in Studio (.io) models
  • Outputs results to .ldr file
• Easy-to-use user interface
  • Automatically saves and defaults to last used generation settings