Excavator: Learning Set Driven Keys
In this activity, students will learn how to use Set Driven Keys in Autodesk Maya by creating and controlling a mechanical excavator arm. They will build curve controllers, establish driver–driven relationships, and automate joint movements to simulate realistic mechanical motion.
| Responsible | Dan Vincent Caneo |
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| Last Update | 04/04/2026 |
| Completion Time | 1 hour 34 minutes |
| Members | 38 |
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Classroom Live Demo1Lessons · 28 min
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Live Demo Excavator
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Recorder Lessons7Lessons · 1 hr 6 min
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Lesson 1 Adding Joints
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Lesson 2 Adding Control Curves
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Lesson 3 Creating the Dashboard Control Board
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Lesson 4 Limit Information
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Lesson 5 Set Driven Keys
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Lesson 6 Connection Editor
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Lesson 7 Control Board and Sliders
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