Overview
The Geometry panel in MotionGen provides powerful tools for performing classical geometric constructions used in mechanism and linkage design. These constructions form the foundation of graphical synthesis methods that have been used by engineers for over a century.
In this section, you will learn how to use geometry tools such as lines, circles, and points to solve common linkage design problems through step-by-step examples and animations.
Why Use Geometric Constructions?
While MotionGen offers automated synthesis tools in the Motion Synthesis and Path Synthesis panels, understanding geometric constructions provides:
- Deeper insight into how linkage mechanisms work
- More control over the design process
- Educational value for learning mechanism kinematics
- Flexibility to solve custom design problems
What You Will Learn
- Two-Position Synthesis - Design a four-bar linkage to move a coupler between two specified positions
- Three-Position Synthesis - Design a four-bar linkage to pass through three specified positions
- And more classical construction techniques
Getting Started
To begin, learn how to use the geometry tools in the Using the Geometry Panel guide.