🛠️ Update v1.61 – CNC Lathe Machine DLC Out Now – New Cameras & Major Upgrades

The CNC Lathe Machine DLC Is Here! 🔥

Today I’m excited to officially release the CNC Lathe Machine DLC!

This expansion takes the machining experience to the next level — not just by adding a new machine, but by refining the entire simulator experience across both Lathe and Milling.

Let’s dive into what’s new:

🎥 Brand-New Camera System

You now have two fully functional camera modes:

• F1 – Free Move Camera Move anywhere in the scene. Explore the machine from any angle. Get cinematic shots or inspect details up close.

• F2 – Inspect Camera Bound directly to the workpiece and tool. Perfect for focusing on machining operations and understanding tool engagement.

This makes learning, observing, and enjoying the machining process much smoother and more immersive.

💡 Lighting & Visual Improvements

Both CNC Lathe and Milling machines received:

• Improved lighting across all scenes

• Enhanced textures

• Better material readability

• More realistic metal reflections

The workshop now feels more alive and industrial — especially during active machining.

🧮 DRO Behavior Adjustment (Lathe)

• X-axis can no longer be reset while in ABS mode.

This brings the DRO behavior closer to real-world machine logic and prevents confusion during precision work.

🖱 UI Improvements

• Tooltips now properly disappear when the pointer exits a button — everywhere.

• If the workpiece goes out of camera view, a status bar warning appears, including a button to instantly re-center it.

No more hunting for your part mid-operation!

🔧 Manual Lathe Threading Fix

When threading is enabled:

• Axis movement now only occurs if the machine actually has spindle revolutions.

This improves realism and prevents unrealistic motion when the spindle isn’t running.

This DLC Is More Than Just a Machine

The goal wasn’t only to add a CNC Lathe — it was to:

• Improve realism

• Increase immersion

• Refine usability

• And make the simulator feel more professional

Whether you're learning machining concepts, enjoying the workflow, or pushing precision to the limit — this update is for you.

💬 I’d Love Your Feedback

What should come next? More advanced cycles? Different tooling systems? Coolant simulation? Surface finish visualization?

Your feedback directly shapes the future of the simulator.

Thank you for supporting the project — and enjoy turning! 🌀