Translational Clutch
Purpose
Ideal translational clutch
Library
Mechanical / Translational / Components
Description
The Translational Clutch models an ideal clutch in a translational system. When engaged, it makes an ideally rigid connection between the flanges; when disengaged, it transmits zero force. The clutch engages when the input signal becomes non-zero and disengages when the input signal becomes zero.
Parameters
- Initial state
- The initial state (engaged/disengaged) of the clutch.
- Initial displacement
- The initial displacement of the flanges, in meters. May be specified in order to provide proper initial conditions if absolute positions are measured anywhere in the system. Otherwise, this parameter can be left blank.