PreFlight is a new open source slicer by oozeBot based on PrusaSlicer but with deep rework of its internal code.

  • True 64 bit architecture
  • G-Code processing in memory only
  • Athena perimeter generator improving over Arachne
  • Interlocking perimeters similar to brick layers
  • Deeper RRF (RepRapFirmware) integration
  • Physics-Based Time Estimation
  • Improved paint-on for seams and supports
  • Cooling fan early spin-up
  • and many more …

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Showcase of the Athena perimeter generator compared to Arachne. The perimeters are better filled and more regular.

Athena perimeter generator vs Arachne

Table comparing Brick Layers with interlocking perimeters. The mechanism of this new slicer is based on X/Y variations and over-extrusion to compress plastic between the voids while. Brick Layers is based on Z variation. It claims 5 to 15% strength increase.

Interlocking perimeters vs Brick Layers

Example showing different support type on the same part using the paint-on feature

Mixed support types on a single object

Source via Fabbaloo