Hi! I need to rig in Maya a metallic bracelet for a watch I have modeled and I can't find any tutorial that covers all I need. I know It mustn't be a very difficult rigging, but I lack the skills. I just want the 3-link structure to naturally move and be able to open and close the clasp. Does anyone know about a tutorial…
You could try creating another IK handle on the disconnected joint and parenting that to the root. That should keep it in place. If that doesn't solve your issue, look up tutorials on rigging fingertip IK, those should have a similar enough setup to get you on the right track