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Optical Solutions Enewsletter
March 2022
New Releases Available
We are pleased to announce the 2022.03 releases of CODE V, LightTools, and LucidShape.
CODE V
The latest release of CODE V facilitates smooth, full-system design and analysis. It includes improved interchange of CODE V lens prescriptions with LightTools solid models, and many usability improvements, such as sectioning of models, better edge visualization, and UI color themes.
- Expanded import and update capabilities streamline data exchange with LightTools
- API access to interactive CODE V GUI for improved usability for COM clients
- Automatic adjustment to material indices based on temperature and pressure
- Updates to diffractive and volume holographic optical elements
- Improvements to 3D viewing for product visualization
- New lens and optical element definitions to streamline design processes
- Glass catalog and Macro-PLUS updates
For details about these and many other enhancements in this release, see the CODE V Release Notes on SolvNetPlus (account required).
Helpful CODE V Information
- New Features Tech Talk – March 15 & 16
- Online learning – Learn CODE V
- Register for the Introduction to CODE V Training Course
- If you do not have a SolvNetPlus account, you can find information on how to sign up for one in the CODE V Installation Guide
If you have any questions about features in this release, please contact codev_support@synopsys.com.
LightTools
The LightTools 2022.03 release delivers the following major features, as well as many additional improvements that increase modeling and analysis capabilities and facilitate a more efficient workflow.
- Expanded import and update capabilities streamline data exchange with CODE V
- Surface-based modeling extends ray tracing to include surfaces, simplifies CAD import
- Simulation enhancements provide additional support for AR/VR, HUD, and LiDAR optical systems
- New SmartStart Library Module delivers a curated collection of materials and optical properties
For details about these and many other enhancements in this release, see the LightTools Release Notes on SolvNetPlus (account required).
Helpful LightTools Information
- New Features Tech Talk – March 24 & 29
- Online learning – Learn LightTools
- Register for the Introduction to LightTools Training Course
- SolvNetPlus Knowledge Base Articles Available for LightTools
- Complete instructions for installing LightTools are available in the LightTools Installation Guide
If you have any questions about features in this release, please contact lighttools_support@synopsys.com.
LucidShape
LucidShape version 2022.03 provides many new features to streamline design and analysis of automotive lighting and simplify workflows.
Key improvements include:
- Advanced Analysis tool that streamlines analysis steps, provides access to a wide range of new analysis tools, and simplifies interactive design analysis and troubleshooting
- MacroFocal enhancements for freeform lens and reflector designs
- Import/export improvements, including the ability to add multiple LucidShape files to a model
- Automatic vertical aiming in test tables for each light distribution
- The ability to project lux sensors onto the view plane
For details about these and many other enhancements in this release, see the LucidShape Release Notes on SolvNetPlus (account required).
Helpful LucidShape Information
- If you do not have a SolvNetPlus account, you can find information on how to sign up for one in the Installation Guide for LucidShape Products
If you have any questions about features in this release, please contact lucidshape_support@synopsys.com.
Software and License File Instructions
To order a new license of CODE V, LightTools, or LucidShape, please contact the Synopsys Optical Solutions Group Sales Team at optics@synopsys.com.
To update your current version, go to the Synopsys SolvNetPlus website to obtain the latest software and license keys:
- Download product software: http://solvnet.synopsys.com/DownloadCenter.
If you do not have a SolvNetPlus account, you can find information on how to sign up for one in our product installation guides available on our Technical Support web page.
- Download license keys: You need version 2022.03 license keys for these releases. You can download license keys from the SmartKeys page on SolvNetPlus at https://solvnet.synopsys.com/SmartKeys.
To learn more about navigating SolvNetPlus to obtain software and license keys, visit our "Using SolvNetPlus" page.
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Conferences
OFC
San Diego, CA
March 6–10, 2022
The International Symposium on Automotive Lighting (ISAL)
Darmstadt, Germany
April 4-6, 2022
LASER
Munich, Germany
April 26–29, 2022
LightFair
Las Vegas, NV
June 19–23, 2022