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You can find a visual overview of what's new for this release on our website.

Major Updates

New Features:

  • 3D Printing Support: Export any component or combination to OBJ file (fixes [#604])
  • RASAero compatibility: Import/Export CDX1 files (fixes [#875] and [#1147])
  • Dark mode (normal and high-contrast) and custom UI font size support (fixes [#1089])
  • Export sim table to CSV (fixes [#2077])

Bug Fixes:

  • Fix Tube fin drag (fixes [#2065])
  • Fix Base drag when using Cd override (fixes base drag hack sim error, fixes [#2118])
  • Fix Atmospheric pressure when using ISA conditions (fixes [#2103])
  • Properly sanitize XML in ORK file (eliminates corrupt ORK files, fixes [#2051])

Other New Features

  • Bumped app to Java 17
  • Export and import preferences to XML file
  • Display secondary stability unit. This means you can display stability in both calibers and percentage of length (fixes [#2079])
  • Added "cases" and "manufacturers" substitution in motor config names (fixes [#2055] and [#2204])
  • Selection of "common name" or "manufacturer's designation" in motor selection table is now reflected everywhere else in the program (fixes [#2072])
  • Added "plugged" option in charge delay combobox (fixes [#2090])
  • Added motor type to "show details" in motor selection (fixes [#2069])
  • Added instances settings in launch lug config (fixes [#2035])
  • Account for fin cant in fin root points, and support canted fins in fin marking guide (fixes [#2231] and [#2242])
  • Set cluster tube separation in absolute or relative units (fixes [#1970])
  • Support transparent rendering and export of Photo Studio images (fixes [#2076])
  • Added "Select -> Components of same color" and "Select -> None" options (fixes [#2129])
  • Remember column width, order and visibility in component preset table (fixes [#2357])

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed mass issues with fin sets (fixes [#2217])
  • Fixed CG issues for launch lugs and rail buttons (fixes [#2040])
  • Improved rail button drag calculations
  • Added parts detail for pods and boosters (fixes [#2084])
  • Fixed parachute position when using auto radius (fixes [#2036])
  • Fixed pod set and booster marker position under certain circumstances (fixes [#2047])
  • Fix CG marker location in top view (fixes [#2050])
  • Handle zero-area fins (warn and don't crash with NaN error) (fixes [#2032])
  • Don't dispose config dialog when no components are selected in 3D view (fixes [#2108])
  • Display ISA values in temp and pressure fields (fixes [#2104])
  • Improved simulation of fins on transitions and nose cones (fixes [#2113])
  • Cleaned up multi-sim editing (fixes [#2138] and [#1826])
  • Update ruler units immediately when preferences are changed (fixes [#2151])
  • Compute CG and CP based on currently active stages (fixes [#2171])
  • Improved mass/CG calculations for fillets (fixes 2209)
  • Set auto radius correctly for mass objects (fixes [#2267])
  • Apply radial positioning to multi-engine clusters (fixes [#2283])
  • Fixed 3D rendering of fin tabs (fixes [#2286])
  • Update recent file list when opening via file association (fixes [#2222])
  • Corrected the columns displayed in the component preset table's popup menu, ensuring only relevant columns appear
  • Ensured optimum delay is saved in flight summary and .ork files (fixes [#2353])
  • Corrected longitudinal moment of inertia calculations by excluding shoulders (fixes [#2278])
  • Fixed exception when setting wind speed to zero (fixes [#2386])
  • Fixed unexpected mass and CG override interaction (fixes [#2394])

Miscellaneous

  • Updated example rockets (including brand-new two stage example)
  • Show calculated values in override tab (fixes [#1629])
  • Decrease minimum FoV to 10 degrees in Photo Studio
  • Increase resolution of launch temperature and pressure to 2 decimal places (fixes [#2003])
  • Display Cd override with 3 decimal places
  • Added wiki button to help menu (fixes [#2046])
  • Eliminate option to save "some" sim data (fixes [#2024])
  • Added OK/Cancel buttons when editing simulations (fixes [#2158])
  • Added OK/Cancel buttons when editing preferences (fixes [#2266])
  • Added multi-sim edit indicators (fixes [#2159])
  • Show warning when motor file has illegal format (fixes [#2150])
  • Reset window position if off-screen (fixes [#2141])
  • Keep current field value when "auto" option is unchecked (fixes [#2096])
  • Open dialog to save design info when first saving file
  • Added '3D Printable Nose Cone and Fins' to example rockets
  • Use more sensible colors for thrust curve selection in motor selection dialog (fixes [#2385])

...along with numerous other minor fixes and enhancements.


Contributors for this release: @SiboVG @JoePfeiffer @hcraigmiller @neilweinstock @RemingtonHolder @thzero @UncleRus @raynichc @MayNc10 @ptsongalis @JonathanJagt23 @wolsen @jura0207 @janforys @MedKebsi @luzpaz @jimmiedave @SpaceXCheeseWheel

Source: README.md, updated 2023-11-16