A Joint Issue

[William_Dec_45]

This is the first time I've used Joints and I have a small issue. The component named Fold-Out is joined to the drill index Container component. There should be a bit of clearance on either side of the Fold-Out, but when I joined them, the Fold-Out slammed against the container wall so that all the clearance is on one side. Obviously, in the real world it doesn't affect the way it works. But I want to draw it right. I suppose there is some method for holding it back just a bit but I couldn't find anything on it. I attached the file and also attached some photos of the 3D print. I know this is child's play for most of you, but I really get a kick out of making things that actually have a purpose. The tabs on the hinge pegs are just there so I can play around with it. They'll ultimately be replaced with pegs that are flush.

Any help will be appreciated.

[jhackney1972 · Accepted solution]

You want to use Joint Offsets which are a part of every Joint.  The video will show you how to use it.  I did not place it in the video but I think you need to use a Revolute Joint in your case so the drill holder will fold out.  I added this to your model, which is attached.  I also added Joint Limits to it to manage how it folds out.  I will create another video on this for you.

[jhackney1972 · Accepted solution]

Here is the video on changing your Rigid Joint to a Revolute Joint and adding limits of rotation to it.  You already have the model with this that I posted in the last reply.

[William_Dec_45]

Oh, I love that, joint offset! Thank you!

[William_Dec_45]

I love that too. I've seen several videos on how to automate it like that, but none of them are as succinct and easy to follow as yours. Thank you very much.