Step-by-Step Procedure

Step 1: Interface and Controls

• Familiarize yourself with the simulation interface: control panel on the left and main workspace.
• Note the checkboxes for grid display and lock options.
• Adjust the number of frames for animation in the settings.

Step 2: Model Structure

• Identify parts by color coding: Shoulder (Blue), Arm (Orange), Elbow (Pink), Fore-arm (Green), Wrist (Brown), Palm (Cyan).
• Note the hierarchical levels: Shoulder (Level 1), Elbow (Level 2), Wrist (Level 3).

Step 3: Transformation Basics

• Use the sliders for Shoulder, Elbow, and Wrist levels to initiate transformations.
• Observe how changes in each level affect the connected parts in the hierarchy.
• Monitor the transformation matrix to understand the numerical impact of your adjustments.

Step 4: Hands-On Exploration

• Experiment with mouse controls: left click (translation), right click (rotation), scroll wheel (zoom).
• Test touch controls on mobile devices for translation and rotation (if applicable).
• Toggle lock options and grid displays to observe their effects on movement and visualization.

Step 5: Observations and Conclusion

• Make observations on how hierarchical structures influence object manipulation and animation.
• Summarize your findings on how transformations cascade through hierarchical levels.
• Reflect on the practical applications of hierarchical transformations in 3D modeling and animation.