Physical Connection (Physical Modeling)

How can I integrate custom code into Simulink and add a physical connections to the custom code blocks (such as those used in Simdriveline)?

I would like to use engine data (throttle position,torque,speed,and horsepower) from a spreadsheet in simulink and connect it to Simdriveline components.

Answer 1

[Kaustubha Govind]

I don't have experience with Physical Modeling, but I know that you can use the Simscape Language to build custom components.

Regarding importing data from spreadsheets, you can use the Signal Builder block to do this (use a Simulink-PS Converter to connect it to physical components).

Answer 2

[Arnaud Miege]

You can interface between Simulink and Simscape/SimDriveline (assuming you are using the new version of SimDriveline in R2011a)using the Simulink-PS Converter and the PS-Simulink Converter blocks. If however, you just want to use a look-up table approach, I would suggest using the PS Lookup Table (1D) or PS Lookup Table (2D) as they will allow you to stay within the Simscape environment and avoid introducing algebraic loops.

If you are using an older version of SimDriveline, then you will need to use blocks like Torque Actuator, Torque Sensor, Motion Actuator and Motion Sensor to interface between Simulink and SimDriveline.

HTH,

Arnaud

[Greg]

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