Translational Speed (Constant)

Purpose

Maintain constant translational speed

Library

Mechanical / Translational / Sources

Description

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The Constant Translational Speed maintains a constant linear speed between its two flanges regardless of the force required. The speed is considered positive at the flange marked with a “+”.

Note

A speed source may not be short-circuited or connected in parallel with other speed sources, nor may a speed source directly drive a mass.

Parameters

Second flange: Controls whether the second flange is accessible or connected to the translational reference frame.
Speed: The magnitude of the speed, in \(\left( \frac{\mathrm{m}}{\mathrm{s}} \right)\). The default value is 1.

Probe Signals

Force: The generated force flowing from the unmarked flange to the marked flange, in newtons \((\mathrm{N})\).
Speed: The speed, in \(\left( \frac{\mathrm{m}}{\mathrm{s}} \right)\).