Parallel Graphics Cortona3D RapidAuthor 14.0.1

Cortona3D releases a new version of RapidAuthor 14.0.1: a new concept of universal styles for the 2D editor, support for realistic shading, new parametric objects, and commands for quick documentation authoring.

Cortona3D RapidAuthor 14.0.1 - Date: 15 February 2022

Cortona3D releases a new version of RapidAuthor 14.0.1, a software solution for creating interactive documentation for manufacturing and after-sales support. The new version introduces universal styles for the 2D editor, automatic generation of raster images with realistic shading, new objects for demonstrating operations with flat cables and plugs, and new capabilities for creating documentation in accordance with S1000D and DITA standards.

The RapidAuthor gallery of parametric objects was expanded with a flat cable, plugs, a bolt, a nut, and several other objects, operations which are often found in assembling, maintenance, and repair instructions. Demonstrating cable connection or plug installation is now much easier than before.

Users who develop documentation in accordance with the S1000D standard now can check data modules for compliance with BREX requirements, automatically create and update service data modules, and publish documents consisting of several S1000D modules in PDF format (previously only publishing in HTML was supported). Several features have been implemented for creating documents based on DITA Map when using RapidAuthor in the Teamcenter environment. The structure of these documents and their topics can be edited in the Teamcenter rich client or Active Workspace.

The 2D Image Editor has a powerful new Pen tool for creating Bezier curves. In addition, the concept of working with styles has completely changed, which significantly speeds up the work of the illustrator. All styles are divided into four groups: stroke, fill, text, and complex styles. Applicable style can be assigned to all selected objects simultaneously, there is no need to edit each object separately.

Another important change regarding the convenience of working with styles: the user can link styles in pairs and then quickly switch between them, for example, between thin and thick lines or custom colors.

Support for DirectX 11 and ambient occlusion made it possible to automatically create raster images with realistic shading from 3D models.

RapidAuthor 14.0.1 also contains numerous interface and performance improvements based on feedback from customers who use RapidAuthor in their daily work. These improvements are related to project administration, video recording, update procedures, 3D object operations, and data import.


RapidAuthor is a powerful and flexible authoring suite giving organizations the flexibility to produce all support documentation such as interactive parts catalogs, maintenance manuals, training materials, and work instructions.

The tools included in the suite enable organizations to reuse existing CAD data or other 3D source material, to author interactive 3D visualizations for more effective support documentation reducing effort and timelines. Its intuitive interface enables users with no 3D expertise to create compelling simulations and associated text simultaneously.

Each tool in the Cortona3D RapidAuthor suite comes with Cortona2D Editor Pro and wizards that automate major portions of the authoring process to translate data from product source material to technical document content.

RapidAuthor is a modular product. You can purchase only the specific components you need with the flexibility to grow in the future.

Webinar What's new in RapidAuthor 14.0.1


Cortona3D products are used within a variety of industries across the globe including aerospace and defense, automotive, industrial machinery, shipbuilding, etc.
Parallel Graphics Limited trading as Cortona3D was founded in 2000. In 2011, Cortona3D became a technological partner of Siemens Industry Software Inc. Today, Cortona3D provides effective solutions for transforming engineering data into highly interactive 3D and 2D parts catalogs, work instructions, product maintenance materials, and training.

Product: Parallel Graphics Cortona3D RapidAuthor
Version: 14.0.1
Supported Architectures: x64
Website Home Page : www.cortona3d.com
Languages Supported: english
System Requirements: Windows *
Size: 732.4 mb