How to create 2 fixed-length beams that pivot together?
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I am trying to create a model that, at its simplest, is two fixed-length beams. One beam is anchored at a point such as the origin, and it can pivot in a plane at the point. The other beam is attached to the end of the first, and it too can pivot in the plane. I want to be able to move the unattached end of the second beam and have the entire assembly move appropriately. I am unsure if Sketchup is the tool to use or if there is a better tool for this type of model. What other tools should I be considering? If this can be done in Sketchup, I would appreciate any insights as to how to do it.
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Maybe http://solvespace.com/download.pl can be of any help to construct this.
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Are we talking about actual fixed length component beams or just simple edges?
If it is just two edges as depicted in your post, I think I can help you.
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@bep said:
Maybe http://solvespace.com/download.pl can be of any help to construct this.
Thanks! I am looking at its documentation and tutorials. It seems to be just what I am looking for, but the proof will come when I actually try to use it. thanks again.
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@sdmitch said:
Are we talking about actual fixed length component beams or just simple edges?
If it is just two edges as depicted in your post, I think I can help you.
Thanks for your response. I am looking at SolveSpace, which may be just the tool I'm looking for.
If it doesn't work, I will contact you and see if you can hemp me. Thanks again.
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