New release of Meshmixer 2.5 features new Hollow, Bridge, and updates to the Make Pattern tool to include Linear and Spherical Gradients.

From the Autodesk 123D blog:

• A common workflow for making your 3D prints efficient and practical to use, creating a hollowed out object is now easier than before with this tool. Also, there are options for leaving cylindrical holes in the resulting hollowed out object making it easy to remove any internal support material and creating access to the inside of your print.
• The new Bridge tool is another welcome addition for Meshmixer users, especially if you are working with captures from 123D Catch or scan data. Sometimes the holes are too large to fix easily or as desired. With the new Bridge tool, you can now join two selections on the hole’s boundary with a patch.
• My favorite new feature is making linear and spherical gradients when using the Make Pattern tool. See the pattern gradient above on the right hand side chair as the features transition from large to small.

Check out the full list of feature updates on the Meshmixer Release page here.

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