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Force (Controlled)

Purpose

Generate variable force

Library

Mechanical / Translational / Sources

Description

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The Controlled Force generates a variable force between its two flanges. The direction of a positive force is indicated by the arrow. The momentary force is determined by the signal fed into the input of the component.


Note  An force source may not be left unconnected or connected in series with a spring or any other force source.

Parameter

Second flange
Controls whether the second flange is accessible or connected to the translational reference frame.

Probe Signals

Force
The generated force, in Newton (N).
Speed
The speed of the flange that the arrow points to with respect to the other flange, in m-
s  .