Creating metal sculptures with articulated joints requires a blend of craftsmanship and engineering. One of the most popular techniques is welding, which allows artists to fuse metal parts while maintaining flexibility at the joints. Another method is riveting, where metal pieces are joined with rivets to enable controlled movement. Hinge mechanisms are also widely used, especially in kinetic sculptures, to create smooth, adjustable motion.

For more intricate designs, ball-and-socket joints provide multi-directional movement, often seen in figurative sculptures. Additionally, threaded rods and nuts offer a modular approach, allowing artists to assemble and disassemble sections easily. Each technique demands precision in metalworking tools and an understanding of balance to ensure the sculpture moves as intended.

Whether for static displays or kinetic art, mastering these methods opens endless creative possibilities for dynamic metal sculptures.