How to Install Orocos KDL from Source on Fedora 42

GNU/Linux Fedora 42 Install Orocos KDL – Step by step Guide

How to Install Orocos KDL in Fedora 42 GNU/Linux – Step by step Tutorial.

Quick guide to install Orocos KDL on Fedora GNU/Linux for robotics and kinematics development.

Step-by-step commands to build, configure, and integrate Orocos KDL with your C++ projects.

Optimized for Fedora developers: RPM dependency tips, package setup, and troubleshooting notes.

Learn to use Kinematics libraries, test sample nodes, and validate builds on GNU/Linux systems.

Perfect for robotics engineers and hobbyists seeking reliable KDL support on Fedora GNU/Linux.

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1. 1. Install Required Packages

   First, install the essential build tools and dependencies for Orocos KDL:

   sudo dnf install cmake make gcc-c++ eigen3-devel

2. 2. Download Orocos KDL Source

   Access your ROS 2 workspace source directory:

   cd ~/ros2_ws/src

   Clone the Orocos Kinematics Dynamics repository from GitHub:

   git clone https://github.com/orocos/orocos_kinematics_dynamics.git

   Move into the orocos_kdl package directory:

   cd orocos_kinematics_dynamics/orocos_kdl