What is Armature in Blender?

An armature in Blender is a skeleton-like structure made up of bones and joints used to control the movement of a 3D model in animation. By assigning an armature to a model, animators can create complex, realistic movements by manipulating the bones, much like how a puppeteer controls a puppet. This technique is essential for character animation, allowing for the creation of lifelike movements and poses.

Use Cases in Blender

• Character Rigging: Armatures are crucial for character animation in movies, video games, and simulations. For instance, animators use armatures to rig humanoid characters, enabling natural movement like walking, running, or jumping.

• Mechanical Animation: Armatures can also be used in animating mechanical objects, such as robotic arms or machinery, by simulating the movement of interconnected parts.

• Creature Animation: For animating non-humanoid creatures, such as dragons or insects, armatures provide the framework to control complex limb and body movements.

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