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Excavator: Learning Set Driven Keys

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
Last Update 03/05/2026
Completion Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Members 26
  • Classroom Live Demo
    1Lessons · 28 min
    • Live Demo Excavator
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  • Recorder Lessons
    5Lessons · 47 min
    • 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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