Understanding Redundant Constraints
Techniques to resolve conflicting assembly mates without weakening the physical definition of mechanical joints.
Error Resolution
Conflicting & Redundant Constraints
When two mates fight for the same degree of freedom, the solver flags an overdefined state. These guides explain how to isolate and resolve conflicts without weakening the joint.
Resolving Overdefined States
Redundant constraints create rebuild warnings, motion lockups, and silent solver errors. Learn to separate protective mates from harmful duplicates.
When a Mate Removes Too Much Freedom
Identifying over-defined kinematic pairs where parallel and coincident mates inadvertently lock required compliant movements.
A Component That Moves Unexpectedly
Root-cause analysis for loose subcomponents that shift under rebuild commands due to missing rotational anchor references.
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