In this video, we use the SketchUp Extension Animator to quickly create an animation of a moving nut and bolt! This has a lot of practical applications for mechanical animations!
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3D WAREHOUSE MODEL LINK
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0:00 – Introduction
0:23 – Example Model Download
1:09 – Model Setup
1:57 – Adding a movement with Animator
2:30 – Applying the screw movement to the object
2:45 – Adjusting length of movement with the offset function
3:35 – Adjusting speed of rotation with the TPI speed
4:03 – Changing spin direction
5:22 – Adjusting animation length
6:42 – Adding a reverse animation
7:20 – Exporting your animation to a video
8:13 – Final Result
8:34 – Support the SketchUp Essentials on Patreon
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