Direct-Insertion Realization of Linear Modular Models of Engineering Systems Using Fixed Input-Output Structure
Brooks P. Byam, Clark J. Radcliffe · 2000
Abstract Computer modeling of engineering systems with a large number of interconnected multi degree of freedom (DOF) subsystems requires flexible modeling tools. Flexible modeling tools with arbitrary input-output structure formulate equations to fit the input-output structure of specific engineering systems at the cost of globally reformulating equations with every model change. Each equation formulation requires experimental performance verification. This can be particularly cumbersome in the design, development, and refinement of large models. In previous work Byam and Radcliffe designed modular modeling, a flexible modeling method that eliminates equation reformulation and enhances model experimental performance verification in large models. A fixed input-output structure for all multi DOF modular modeling elements eliminates equation reformulation. The cost is a connector constraint to assemble elements, thereby adding complexity to the global model. Solving linear modular models is a systematic realization of compatible standardized modular elements and connectors. In this work, a modular solution to linear models of engineering systems is defined. Structural and automotive examples are given.