Term
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Definition
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Degrees of freedom (DOF)
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The number of defined modes in which a mechanical system can move.
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Forward kinematics
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Move each segment in a linked structure individually to achieve the end position of the linked structure.
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Inverse kinematics
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Place the end segment of a linked structure in its desired end position, and the other linked segments move into place to achieve the end position.
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