Joint connections are generated by connecting parts in RoboCo, and determine how those two parts interact with each other. These connections can be altered using the Joints Tool to select and cycle through connections using the [Q] and [E] keys.

Joints Tool Example

Surface Joints

Name Description Example
Fixed A fixed attachment between parts  
Rotate A rotating attachment between parts  
Disconnected This indicates that there is no joint between selected parts  

Rod Joints

Name Description Example
Slide A sliding attachment between a robot and another part  
Slide and Rotate A sliding and rotating attachment between a rod and another part  
Fixed A fixed attachment between a rod and another part  
Rotate A rotating attachment between a rod and another point  
Disconnected This indicates that there is no joint between a selected rod and part  

Mechanical Joints

Name Description Example
Rotate A rotating attachment between a rod and DC motor  
Rotate (with Angle Limits) A rotating attachment between a rod and Servo motor with angle limits