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4 In the Channel Box, set the Translate Y and Z values as follows:
Translate Y: -9
Translate Z: 0
The arm is repositioned so that the cargo magnet is directly above the cargo
box as shown below. Track, tumble, or dolly the view if required so you can
see the mechanical arm unobstructed.
1 In the Hypergraph, with ArmControl still selected, shift-select the
CargoBox node.
The order of selection is important when you apply constraints. You must
select the constraining object first, and the item to be constrained second.
2 In the main menu, select Constrain > Parent >
.
3 In the Parent Constraint Options window, do the following:
Select Edit > Reset Settings to set the tool to its default settings.
Click the Add button.
CargoBox is constrained to ControlArm. A new constraint node has been
created below the CargoBox node in the Hypergraph. If you reposition
the mechanical arm, CargoBox moves with it because of the constraint
that is now applied.
4 In the Hypergraph, select only SwivelBase.
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