Gazebo Simulator Advances C++20, Updates Asset Strategy
TL;DR. Gazebo's Project Management Committee (PMC) discussed C++20 migration issues and a new asset format strategy. - The team extended the Gazebo-M naming process for broader community input. - C++20 adoption faces roadblocks due to Ogre 1.9 compilation, pending an Ogre 1.12 upgrade. - Gazebo plans to deprecate COLLADA format support, favoring modern glTF/GLB standards for assets.
- Gazebo-M naming process extended for community input.
- C++20 migration stalled by Ogre 1.9 compatibility, awaiting Ogre 1.12 upgrade.
- Transition strategy planned for deprecating COLLADA asset format in favor of glTF/GLB.
Sources
- Gazebo PMC Meeting Minutes 2026-08-17 — discourse.openrobotics.org