Download 3. Data input program

Universal Mechanism 5.0
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Chapter 3. Data input program
Fig. 3.77. Parameters of Points (numbers) element
Curve editor is used to set a de of the force by a set of points (Sect.3.3.3, Fig. 3.78), use the
button to call the editor.
The force can depend on the coordinate x, its velocity v or time t. Use the Type of variable
group to select a necessary dependence.
The Factor parameter changes scale of ordinate values. Zero value of the factor, in fact,
removes the element. Usually the multiplier is set by an identifier.
a)
b)
Fig. 3.78. Elastic bipolar force element with 4 mm gap; option “Positive compression” is off (a)
and on (b)