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Two Link Robot Forward Kinematics

Online two link robot forward kinematics. Planar revolute joints; second angle is relative to the first link.

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two link robot forward kinematics calculator online

Use two link robot forward kinematics online for link1 mm, link2 mm, joint1 deg, joint2 deg. Planar revolute joints; second angle is relative to the first link. Idealized robotics model using explicit dimensions and conventions. Obstacles, structural limits and control-system safety are not determined.

How to use it

Enter link1 mm. Set link2 mm, joint1 deg, joint2 deg. Select Calculate and check the labeled output. Copy or download the JSON result.

Options and example settings

OptionChoices / valueExample default
link1 mmMain input. Positive values. 200
link2 mmOption. Positive values. 150
joint1 degOption. Signed finite values. 30
joint2 degOption. Signed finite values. 60

Calculation method

x_mm = link1_mm*cosd(joint1_deg)+link2_mm*cosd(joint1_deg+joint2_deg); y_mm = link1_mm*sind(joint1_deg)+link2_mm*sind(joint1_deg+joint2_deg) (^ means exponentiation; trig functions ending in d use degrees).

Worked examples

Apply two link robot forward kinematics to the case below, keeping the displayed units and assumptions. Planar revolute joints; second angle is relative to the first link.

Two Link Robot Forward Kinematics — worked case

Settings: link2 mm: 150; joint1 deg: 30; joint2 deg: 60

Input:

200

Calculated result for these inputs:

Output:

{
  "x_mm": 173.20508075688775,
  "y_mm": 250
}

Choose the right tool

Use forward kinematics to map joints to a position and inverse kinematics for reachable position targets. Encoder resolution is not mechanical accuracy; supplied motion and gripping models do not certify a robot cell.

Limitations and common mistakes

  • Planar revolute joints; second angle is relative to the first link. Idealized robotics model using explicit dimensions and conventions. Obstacles, structural limits and control-system safety are not determined.
  • Use the displayed unit in every field. Ratios and percentages are different inputs; percent fields use values such as 25 rather than 0.25.

Frequently asked questions

How can I use two link robot forward kinematics calculator online?

Enter link1 mm. Set link2 mm, joint1 deg, joint2 deg. Select Calculate and check the labeled output. Copy or download the JSON result.

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