pinocchio
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Description:
Efficient and fast C++ library implementing Rigid Body Dynamics algorithms
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 3.8.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 15, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: robotics dynamics c-plus-plus simulation physics
Install: brew install pinocchio
About:
Pinocchio is a highly optimized C++ library for rigid body dynamics, providing a comprehensive set of algorithms for kinematics and dynamics. It features automatic differentiation and supports multiple physics models, making it ideal for complex robotic simulations. Its speed and accuracy are critical for real-time control and optimization tasks.
Key Features:
  • Efficient C++ implementation
  • Supports Lie group algebra
  • Automatic differentiation
  • Python bindings available
Use Cases:
  • Robotics simulation and control
  • Motion planning
  • Dynamic analysis of mechanical systems
Alternatives:
  • RBDL – RBDL is another efficient C++ library, but Pinocchio offers more advanced features like automatic differentiation and support for geometric algebra.
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