Really didn't understood gears
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Hello,
Doc talks about a window supposed to be displayed when I choose joints connection tool, click on the first joint then ctrl-click on the second.
I never seen this window. I suppose it allows to define a gear ratio.
Anyway, joints seem to be connected according to SP inspector but when I enter in simulation, joints make eratic movements.Any help?
Regards,
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I made a small model to demonstrate, try that if it helps you out:
http://sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse/details?mid=f19ddb8bb6180c86b3f2d40ad6ba6a7c -
When making gears the secret is making sure each joint is grouped with an object (not the same object) before using ctrl-click to make the gear connection. If each joint is not associated with its own grouped object the gear pop-up window will not appear. One you have made the connection, use the UI to inspect the first joint and the gear ratio parameter can then be changed in the UI.
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