What is gimbal lock in SAP CA-VE - SAP Visual Enterprise?

SAP Term: gimbal lock

• Component: CA-VE

• Component Name: SAP Visual Enterprise

• Description: The phenomenon of two rotational axis of an object pointing in the same direction. Gimbal lock occurs when animating an object with a rotational matrix known as euler angles, and is a general limitation of that type of rotational matrix.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Gimbal lock is a phenomenon that occurs when two of the three rotational axes of a 3D object become aligned, resulting in the loss of a degree of freedom. In the context of SAP Visual Enterprise, gimbal lock can occur when the camera is rotated around an object, causing the object to become distorted or appear to be spinning. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to avoid gimbal lock, it is important to be aware of the orientation of the camera relative to the object. When rotating the camera, it is best to rotate around multiple axes in order to maintain a consistent view of the object. Additionally, it is important to be aware of any objects that may be obstructing the view of the object, as this can also cause gimbal lock. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using SAP Visual Enterprise, it is important to be aware of gimbal lock and how it can affect your view of an object. To avoid gimbal lock, try rotating around multiple axes and be aware of any objects that may be obstructing your view. Additionally, if you find yourself in a situation where gimbal lock has occurred, try resetting the camera orientation and starting again. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Gimbal lock is a phenomenon that occurs in 3D graphics applications and can cause objects to become distorted or appear to be spinning. It is important to be aware of this phenomenon when using SAP Visual Enterprise in order to avoid any issues with viewing objects. Additionally, there are other techniques that can be used to avoid gimbal lock such as resetting the camera orientation or rotating around multiple axes.