Artlantis 4.1.8 update is now available!

The Artlantis 4.1.8 update version fixes a number of bugs and also includes an enhancement.

Enhancement:
Artlantis 4.1.8 introduces two new parameters for the DXF-DWG import: the distance between Knots, and the deviation angle between faces. They come in addition to the 2D conversion parameters and control the triangulation of the 3D geometry. As a result, Artlantis can correctly interpret and triangulate moldings or any curved body built in the CAD modeler.

Bug fixes:

Mac and Windows:

• ArchiCAD .gsm objects: the colors were not distinguished when saving by layers or on a unique layer.
• Reopening a file wasn't possible; now the Revert command allows it.
• The program would freeze when selecting an object.
• Artlantis crashed when using "Delete the material ID unused"
• When exporting a file from SketchUp 8 to Artlantis, some viewpoints were ignored.
• Export from ArchiCAD 16 to 4.1: the geometry was offset from the origin.
• DWF and OBJ export: the geometry wasn't exported if the current view was a panorama, a VR object or an animation.
• OBJ import fixes: missing textures.
• DWG-DXF fixes: Tessalation, distorted geometry and missing geometry

Mac only:

The Artlantis color picker didn't match the material in the preview.

Windows only:

• In the Objects Inspector, checking/unchecking a layer in the lower part of a long list would result in the display jumping back to the top of the list.
• Scene Information, Translate Origin command: displayed an incorrect icon.
• Issue when Activating/Deactivating layers from the perspective view inspector.
• iVisit 3D builder didn't work if XQuartz was missing.
  

Artlantis 4.1 users will be notified automatically about this free update and they can download it from www.artlantis.com. The Artlantis demo version was also updated; users can download this latest 4.1.8 version right away.

Download the Artlantis 4.1.8 update here.

Download the Artlantis 4.1.8 demo version here.

Artlantis 4.1 and Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion

The recent launch of Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion has brought with it a flurry of excitement and activity in the tech world, along with a lot of anxiety and questions. Many of our users have turned to us recently with the following question: "Is Mountain Lion compatible with Artlantis?"

Yes. Artlantis 4.1 IS compatible with Mountain Lion, Apple's latest Mac OS X 10.8 operating system. No special issues were found during the performed tests so far.

Mac OS X 10.8 introduces a new security option called Gatekeeper. It prevents the installation of malicious software on a Mac. By changing its security settings in the Preferences | Security & Privacy dialog box, you can control and allow the installation of applications not certified for OS X Mountain Lion.

On the other hand, Artlantis 3 was developed and tested with the earlier Mac OS versions only. We do not recommend running Artlantis 3 on Mountain Lion.

Important news about Mac OS X 10.7 Lion!

Mac OS X 10.7 users will be pleased to know that Abvent has released a free update to Artlantis 3.0.7, which fixes an issue with opening files. The update is available in 32 bit and 64 bit versions, and is intended only for users of Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion).

Please note that the 64 bit version is still in alpha, which means it is experimental and unsupported. We recommend that all major project work be done using the 32 bit version. Limit usage of the 64 bit version only to generating renderings or animations, where the advantages of the 64 bit architecture will make the biggest difference. Before opening a project in the 64 bit version, duplicate the 32 bit version of your project (label it "64 bit" to avoid any confusion), so that if any problems are encountered in the 64 bit version, you'll be able to easily roll back to the original 32 bit version and continue work in the 32 bit environment.

• Download the Artlantis 3.0.7 update here.
• The 30-day demo of Artlantis can be downloaded for free here.

Thank you!

Artlantis and MacOS 10.7 (Lion)

Dear Customers,

Apple recently launched a new operating system, MacOS 10.7, also known as "Lion". Having been unable to evaluate all the software features of Abvent's products with this new configuration, we recommend to our users NOT to upgrade their systems for the time being. Based on the outcome of our tests and evaluations, we will keep you informed about the compatibility of our products with MacOS 10.7.

Thank you for your confidence and patience. We will be in touch again soon.

(The technical team at Abvent)