Min Distance Between Marker and Spline (runtime)
Min Distance Between Marker and Spline (runtime)
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I want to calculate (runtime) the mini distance and direction between a marker that is moving close to a spline and the spline itself. Reason: The distance between the spline and marker decribes the force on the marker. Is there a function or do you have to write your own code ?
Francois
Francois
RE: Min Distance Between Marker and Spline (runtime)
I don't think ADAMS understands 3D geometry quite like that, I think you'd have to roll your own.
Another approach would be to model the line as a series of markers and then work out the distance to each using DM, DX and so on.
You might be able to do something funky with the contact solutions, but I doubt it.
Cheers
Greg Locock
Please see FAQ731-376 for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips.
RE: Min Distance Between Marker and Spline (runtime)
RE: Min Distance Between Marker and Spline (runtime)
Cheers
Greg Locock
Please see FAQ731-376 for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips.
RE: Min Distance Between Marker and Spline (runtime)
RE: Min Distance Between Marker and Spline (runtime)
It might well be worth asking on the MSC ADAMS forum (see FAQ), this is pretty tricky stuff and I am no expert when it comes to the Solver.
Cheers
Greg Locock
Please see FAQ731-376 for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips.
RE: Min Distance Between Marker and Spline (runtime)
RE: Min Distance Between Marker and Spline (runtime)
Cheers
Greg Locock
Please see FAQ731-376 for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips.