Hinges and other mechanism hardware can move with assemblies

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Model supported hinges and drawer mechanisms as moving assemblies, with hardware mounted to real part faces.

Sawdust supports articulated joints and mechanism hardware so you can inspect a door or other moving assembly through its travel. The moving hardware components follow the parts to which they are mounted.

Mounting relationships are represented in the model: a hinge leaf meets its mounting face, and a drawer slide connects its supported surfaces. Inspect the closed and open positions to understand the hardware placement and available clearance.

Close-up of a butt hinge with the door in its closed position.
The same butt hinge and door shown at the open end of travel.

For instructions, see How to inspect a woodworking part from useful views, How to view a Sawdust project in augmented reality.