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Data Sheet ExtensionTop Enhancements in PTC Creo Parametric 3.0 The Essential 3D Parametric CAD SolutionPTC Creo Parametric, PTC’s 3D parametric modeling system,provides the broadest range of powerful yet flexible 3D CAD capabilities to help you address your most pressing design challenges.It uses proven technologies from Pro/ENGINEER , plus hundreds ofnew capabilities to unlock design productivity. Here are some of thetop enhancements in PTC Creo Parametric 3.0. Unparalleled multi-CAD data handling capabilitiesAs well as being able to import neutral file formats(e.g., STEP, IGES, DXF, etc.) directly into PTC CreoParametric, users can now both import and openCATIA , SolidWorks , and Siemens NX files withoutthe need for a separate translator or access to thenative authoring software.TMWith the addition of collaboration extensions, userscan also collaborate with non-native PTC Creosoftware and receive automatic updates of geometrychanges from CATIA , SolidWorks , and Siemens NXinside PTC Creo Parametric.tmTMDrive Freestyle geometry parametricallyWith the introduction of a new Align capability insideFreestyle, PTC Creo Parametric users can now createand drive their freeform, stylized designs parametrically.Users have the ability to connect their Freestylegeometry to other external geometry with positional,tangent, or normal conditions. Any changes made tothis external geometry will automatically update theFreestyle geometry during regeneration, maintainingthe appropriate connection. This allows users to moreeffectively combine freeform, organic geometry withdimension based design intent.Page 1 of 6 Top Enhancements in PTC Creo Parametric 3.0PTC.com

Data Sheet ExtensionNew and improved modeling capabilitiesChordal/constant width rounds: A new round option hasbeen added in PTC Creo Parametric allowing users tocreate chordal rounds. In addition to specifying constantwidth, users can define round geometry using circular,conic, and C2 continuous cross-sections. Chordal roundscan eliminate the tedious process of having to constructround geometry using surfacing techniques.Sheetmetal productivity: Rapidly create sheetmetalgeometry using new functionality to automatically applybend relief, create sheetmetal rips, bend coplanargeometry, and simplify die form and flat pattern creation.Enhanced surface tools: Improve the quality of surfacemodels using improved Boundary Blend functionalityto create and optimize surface geometry and boundaryconnections. The ability to untrim surfaces and flattencomplex freeform surfaces provides additional benefitswhen defining and working with surface geometry.Advanced support for patterns: Geometry patterncapability has been extended in PTC Creo Parametricto allow users to pattern geometry across an area oftopology change. This significantly improves the usageof geometry pattern and significantly improves overallproductivity. In addition users can now reference patternfeatures that have been placed on any pattern instance,rather than needing to always place the features on thereferences of the pattern leader.Page 2 of 6 Top Enhancements in PTC Creo Parametric 3.0PTC.com

Data Sheet ExtensionExtensive hardware librariesPTC Creo Parametric includes a rich and extensivelibrary of fasteners with a simple and intuitive userinterface to speed up the process of adding standardhardware to your assembly design. In addition toassembling the hardware, the system will automaticallycreate the appropriate clearance holes in the parts foryou as well, where appropriate.The supplier library catalog has also been extendedinside PTC Creo Parametric to provide a single, localizedinterface with simple “google” style search for off theshelf components. These components can then be simplyand easily brought into your PTC Creo assembly.Integrated learning toolsPTC Creo Parametric ensures that new users are able tolearn quickly, and experienced users are able to achievehigher levels of productivity. When starting the software,users will now see a dedicated window displaying thenew content in the release. New getting started tutorialsand getting started guides have also been added to therelease allowing new users to quickly get up to speedwith the basics.PTC Creo Parametric also features a new andsignificantly improved help system including Google indexing. Help is now fully searchable on the web offeringfaster access to relevant information when combinedwith the PTC Learning Connector.Page 3 of 6 Top Enhancements in PTC Creo Parametric 3.0PTC.com

Data Sheet ExtensionIntuitive reference editingEdit References functionality has been significantlyoverhauled in PTC Creo Parametric. Not only has anew, intuitive interface been added, but users cannow also see and choose child features to re-routesimultaneously, significantly improving the processof changing references. In addition to edit references,Replace References has also been enhanced with a similarinterface displaying all the children of the replacingreferences and the choice to replace the children or not.In addition to the new capabilities in edit and replacereferences, PTC Creo Parametric will now graphicallydisplay the old location of missing references. This allowsusers to more easily understand the old design intent andcorrect problems when they occur.Enhanced graphic performance and qualityPTC Creo Parametric continues to see significant impro vement in graphics performance and capability. Shadewith reflections has been significantly improved to supportrealistic materials with access to different material classesthat will each be displayed appropriately, such as metal,glass, paint, and plastic. In addition, bump maps are nowrealistically displayed in the graphics areas. Full supporthas been added for HDR images that can now show realisticreflections interactively on the geometry, offering controlover the intensity, location, and size of the HDR image.All these changes allow users to work in an immersiveenvironment and see a representation of how the productwill look in the real world.Powerful analysis and diagnostic tools3D thickness checking: It is now possible to perform a3D thickness check. The geometry is color coded basedupon minimum and maximum allowable thicknessspecified by the user. The minimum thickness locationwill be displayed directly on the model. This allowsdesigners to quickly determine the feasibility of thedesign before waiting for the design to be transferred toa Mold Design expert.Page 4 of 6 Top Enhancements in PTC Creo Parametric 3.0PTC.com

Data Sheet ExtensionPowerful analysis and diagnostic tools (continued)Enhanced draft analysis display: Improvements havebeen made to the display of a draft analysis making theresults easier to understand and interpret. Users willnow see the lighting effect on the model as well as fullsupport for seeing the model with edges displayed. Inaddition, users can now control the number of visiblecolors, with the ability to set this down to a minimum ofthree colors.New connection analysis tools: PTC Creo Parametricintroduces a new connection analysis tool to analyzeposition, tangency, and curvature continuity of curveand surface connections. Rather than select individualsurface boundaries and curves, the user is able to quicklyanalyze the entire model to highlight connections that donot meet the design criteria.Enhanced 2D/3D detailing UIThe notes creation UI and dimension creation UI havebeen overhauled to provide WYSIWYG interactionfollowing Microsoft design standards. During definition,users are able to preview the placement and positioningof notes and dimensions. The functionality eliminatessubsequent operations that are typically required to editplacement and display. Additional RMB shortcut menusand the removal of menu manager reduce mouse traveland increase user productivity.Notification CenterPTC Creo Parametric introduces a new concept in theform of the Notification Center. This allows users toquickly see, interrogate, and action problems in theirmodels. Problem items will be displayed directly in themodel tree. If the model contains failed or outdateditems, notifications will be displayed. Users can thenopen up the notification center to view and act upon them.Page 5 of 6 Top Enhancements in PTC Creo Parametric 3.0PTC.com

Data Sheet ExtensionPTC Mathcad integrationIt is now possible to integrate a PTC Mathcadworksheet directly inside the PTC Creo Parametricpart or assembly. Users can seamlessly read and writeparameters with the worksheet.*Available in PTC Creo 3.0 M020And one more reason to upgrade, the PTC Creo Design Exploration Extension (DEX)The PTC Creo Design Exploration Extension (DEX)is a dedicated tool for enabling the quick and easyinvestigation of alternative concept designs within theparametric environment. Using “checkpoints,” DEXeliminates the need to manage multiple versions of dataand allows designers to move seamlessly back and forthbetween design branches.Upgrade to PTC Creo Parametric today.For more information, visit PTC.com/product/creo/parametric or contact a PTC sales representative. 2014, PTC Inc. All rights reserved. Information described herein is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be taken as aguarantee, commitment, condition or offer by PTC. PTC, the PTC logo, Product & Service Advantage, Creo, Elements/Direct, Windchill, Mathcad, Arbortext, PTC Integrity, Servigistics, ThingWorx, ProductCloud and all other PTC product names and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of PTC and/or its subsidiaries in the United States andother countries. All other product or company names are property of their respective owners.J3745– Top Enhancements in PTC Creo Parametric 3.0-TS–EN–0414Page 6 of 6 Top Enhancements in PTC Creo Parametric 3.0PTC.com

The Essential 3D Parametric CAD Solution PTC Creo Parametric, PTC’s 3D parametric modeling system, provides the broadest range of powerful yet flexible 3D CAD capa - bilities to help you address your most pressing design challenges. It uses proven technologies from Pro/ENGINEER , plus hundreds of new capabilities to unlock design productivity.