Onshape - Issac Sim - URDF export

Hello everyone,

I’m working on a robotic 3D printing setup using ABB IRB2400 + an Extruder + an Intel Depth Camera, and I need to properly export the URDF from Isaac Sim with the file imported from Onshape for simulation and toolpath execution.

System Details:

  • Isaac Sim Version: 4.5
  • **Operating System:**Windows
  • **Onshape CAD → Isaac Sim → URDF Workflow

Questions:

  • What is the best hierarchy to use for URDF export in Onshape for Isaac Sim?
  • How to avoid kinematic loops in URDF and Isaac Sim?
  • How to correctly define the root joint and joint origins?
  • What is the correct way to attach external devices (extruder, camera) in Isaac Sim?

I structured my robot in Onshape based on how it should function in Isaac Sim, but I am encountering issues with joints and tree structures.I tried following the Franka example in Isaac Sim, but my IRB2400 has different complexities (e.g., an extruder, a depth camera)

Any guidance or best practices from the community would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

I think the Isaac Sim exporter is still available under extensions