Simulation

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Simulation
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Simulations

• Permit more realistic and extensive modeling of
  designs
• Also allow more flexibility in viewing the
  designs than available with Reposition option in
  assemblies
• Capabilities include the following
• Linkage creation
• Joint Creation
• Gears
• Cables
• Springs Dampers
• Forces Torques

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Creation Simulations

• Starting point for Motion Simulation is a
  completed Assembly model
• May use either Reposition or Mate
• Next Steps
• Enter Motion Simulation Application
• Create a New Simulation
• Create Links (Identify applicable geometry)
• Create Joints (Define linkages or Revolutes)
• Define Gear geometry and ratios
• Run Animation

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Assembly Model
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Enter Motion Simulation Application
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Adams vs. Recurdyn Solver
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Create a New Simulation
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Create a New Simulation

• Cancel Motion Joint Wizard

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Create Links
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Create Joints
Select Edge
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Create Joints
Motion Driver
Typical Link
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Define Gear Geometry Ratios
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Create/Update Solution
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Run Animation
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Simulation Files

• What will happen if I move or rename files?

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Caution

• Change from Simulation application back to
  Modeling application and File/Close All Parts
  before working on other models
• A clean exit avoids model corruption