Clavicles

• Necessary for realistic motion

  • The CGI standin for the scapula
  • Can't raise elbow above shoulder without 'em!
  • Important for communicating flow of power
    • Ex: Rowing

• Simple FK

  • Pro:
    • Simplicity
    • Independent control of shoulder tension
  • Cons:
    • FK key synchronization;
    • detaches shoulder from arm chain

• Simple IK

  • Included in arm IK chain
  • Tweak using animated preferred angles or stiffness
  • Pro:
    • Great for continuous tension
  • Con:
    • No direct control
    • IK planarity problems