Piece-wise Linear Resistor
Purpose
Resistance defined by voltage-current pairs
Library
Electrical / Passive Components
Description
This component models a piece-wise linear resistor. The resistance characteristic is defined by a set of voltage-current values.
The operating mode of the piece-wise linear resistor is illustrated in the diagram below.
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Parameters
- Voltage values
- A vector of voltage values
in volts (V) that defines the piece-wise linear characteristic. The voltage values must be strictly monotonic increasing. At least two values are required. The value 0 must be present, the corresponding current value must also be 0.
- Current values
- A vector of current values
in amperes (A) that defines the piece-wise linear characteristic. The current values must be strictly monotonic increasing. The number of current values must match the number of voltage values. The value 0 must be present, the corresponding voltage value must also be 0.
Probe Signals
- Resistor voltage drop
- The voltage measured across the component, in volts (V). The positive terminal of the resistor is marked with a small black dot.
- Resistor current
- The current flowing through the component, in amperes (A).
- Resistor power
- The power consumed by the resistor, in watts (W).