Import point data within Springback

A highlight of the Springback Deform function is its ability to use point data created by a forming simulation software. The points translate to vector instructions for morphing the part. Previously the initial read of the data file had to be done outside of the function, but for Cimatron 2026 it can be handled within the point manager dialog.

• A button to Import point cloud data has been added to the Springback Points window. It allows you to select an external data file and import it to the points table.

• The default format of the data files is Nastran [Hypermesh] but STL files can also be used.

Import of external point cloud formats can be done within the Springback deform dialog.

Sorting scaled springback points

Using the Springback Deform function with a vector data file from a forming simulation software usually means dealing with thousands of point pairs. Very often there will be a scale factor applied between the source point and the target point, and it is quite common to try multiple springback iterations before deciding on the correct result. In Cimatron 2026, the point table has been enhanced to ease the access to groups of scaled points.

• The entire table can now be sorted by scale factor, top down or bottom up.

• A method of point selection has been added to allow fast and clear re-selection of points based on their current scale factor value.

• Points of different scale factors can be individually colored on screen for easy visualization.

• The dialog can search points by the different scaling factors.

Sort the list of scaled points by sorting factor for easier re-selection.

Group and color scaled point for better visualization.

Direction analysis for Die

The Direction Analysis tool, used to investigate the draft angle (taper values) of the part’s faces, is now available in the Cimatron Die package.

Direction analysis can help define draw angles and undercut areas.