Mastering Simulink

Description

For courses in Control Theory and Operational Amplifiers.

Ideal for use with Simulink 5 and later versions, this text covers all of the important capabilities of Simulink including subsystems, masking, callbacks, S-Functions, and debugging. Its full range of coverage makes the text suitable for new users of Simulink as well as experienced and advanced users—allowing all students to take full advantage of the power of Simulink. Designed for students with a good understanding of the fundamentals of calculus and differential equations, this text includes a chapter on block diagram notation for students who may not be familiar with that topic.

Contents


1. Introduction.


2. Block Diagrams.


3. Quick Start.


4. Model Building.


5. Continuous Systems.


6. Discrete-Time Systems.


7. Subsystems and Masking.


8. Simulink Analysis Tools.


9. Callbacks.


10. S-Functions.


11. Graphical Animations.


12. Debugging.


13. Numerical Issues.


14. Introduction to Stateflow.


15. Introduction to Real-Time Workshop.


Appendix A: Block Reference.


Appendix B: Parameter Reference.

Features

• NEW - Coverage of new Simulink features—Including new debugging features, the new help system, and the new Interface.

  • Introduces students to the more user friendly, timesaving features of Simulink.

• Suggested reading sequences for new users of Simulink, experienced users, and advanced users—Outlined in the Preface.

  • Allows all students to take full advantage of the power of Simulink.

• Chapter on block diagram notation.

  • Introduces this important topic to students who may not be familiar with block diagram notation.

• Introduction to Real-Time Workshop—Includes development scenarios, the stand-alone GRT target, and rapid simulation options.

  • Presents students with the latest information and practices in this area.

• Extensive coverage on the various aspects of programming using Simulink—Includes an overview of block diagrams for continuous and discrete systems; an introduction to basics of model building; discussions on modeling continuous systems and discrete-time systems; explains the use of Simulink analysis tools including the linearization and trim functions; explores numerical issues of concern in Simulink modeling; and presents an in-depth examination of all significant Simulink capabilities including callbacks, graphical animations, and S-functions.

  • Gives students a solid foundation on the inner workings of Simulink so they are equipped with both a conceptual and practical knowledge that can be applied in the field.

• How to model more complex systems using hierarchical block diagrams and custom blocks called “masked blocks” is illustrated.

  • Furnishes students with visual aids that make the material more tangible and easier to grasp.

• Introduction to Stateflow—Including basic finite state machine and Startcharts concepts.

  • Equips students with a host of practical applications that are essential to the working environment.