WOLFRAM SYSTEM MODELER

Collision

Collision model for two colliding masses

Wolfram Language

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SystemModel["EducationExamples.Physics.NewtonsCradle.Components.Collision"]
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Information

Model for the collision between two PlanarMechanics bodies. Modeled as a stiff spring with a gap. The spring force is only exerted upon the bodies when they are in contact with each other; otherwise, the force is equal to 0. Has the option to add a dampening constant, which corresponds to friction during collision.

Parameters (3)

sphereDiameter

Value:

Type: Length (m)

Description: Sphere diameter
c

Value:

Type: TranslationalSpringConstant (N/m)

Description: Spring constant
d

Value:

Type: TranslationalDampingConstant (N⋅s/m)

Description: Damping constant

Connectors (2)

frame_a

Type: Frame_a

Description: Coordinate system fixed to the component with one cut-force and cut-torque
frame_b

Type: Frame_b

Description: Coordinate system fixed to the component with one cut-force and cut-torque

Components (1)

planarWorld

Type: PlanarWorld

Description: Planar world model

Used in Examples (1)

NewtonsCradleModel

EducationExamples.Physics.NewtonsCradle

Newton's cradle example setup using PlanarMechanics