Kinematic Chain Course
Gain expertise in kinematic chains for planar mechanisms. Master forward kinematics for 3R arms, Jacobians, degrees of freedom analysis, singularities, and workspace optimisation. Apply these skills to improve engineering choices on link lengths, joint limits, and motor selection for robust designs.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This course provides a quick, hands-on route to mastering planar mechanisms, revolute joints, workspace, singularities, and the Gruebler/Kutzbach mobility criterion. Set up frames and link parameters, compute forward kinematics for 3R planar arms, construct and analyse Jacobians, and use these insights for smarter motor choices, joint limits, and reliable mechanism design.
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Develop skills
- Planar mechanism modelling: classify chains, joints, and degrees of freedom quickly.
- Forward kinematics for 3R arms: calculate exact end-effector positions from joint angles.
- Jacobian velocity analysis: convert joint rates to Cartesian speeds for 3R arms.
- Singularities and workspace: identify limits and optimise reachable areas.
- Design for actuation: apply kinematics to motor sizing and joint limits.
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