Difference between Target and Pole - IK Handle

Filip

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• Jan 21, 2018

• #1

Difference between Target and Pole - IK Handle

What's the difference between the "Target"- and "Pole"-properties on the IK Handle?
I know that I need to use "Target" to keyframe the IK Handle for animation, but when do I need to use the "Pole"? (I've read through the C3D-manual but didn't understand the explanation.)

 

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ZooHead

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• Jan 21, 2018

• #2

Lets say you want knees knocking together.

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Filip

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• Jan 21, 2018

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ZooHead said:

Lets say you want knees knocking together.

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Ok, I appreciate the demo. I feel like I have a better understanding now, thanks!

 

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bobziila

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• Jan 22, 2018

• #4

Pole vectors are used for elbows, too.

Bob