Jerk Limit

The maximum allowed rate of change of acceleration (third derivative of position). Limiting jerk produces smooth motion profiles that reduce mechanical vibration, wear on actuators, and disturbance to payloads. Jerk-limited trajectory generators are standard in industrial robot controllers and collaborative robots where smooth motion improves both safety and precision.

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