Plasticity 2026.2, a 3D modeling and CAD software update, has been released.

What it means

Plasticity 2026.2 is a new version of the 3D modeling software. The Curvature Analysis shader is a real-time visualization tool that colors surface regions by their curvature, helping designers assess smoothness and detect shape flaws during modeling.

Accuracy & sourcesSourced

The claim is based on an official release announcement (primary source) reported by 80 Level, so it is authoritative for the version and feature. The specific details of the shader's functionality are inferred from typical curvature analysis tools; the release notes likely confirm them.

How new

Genuinely new — this is a current version release with no recirculation year.

Go deeper

• 80 Level — first to publish