How to visualize the external force applied on a Simscape Multibody model in the mechanics explorer simulation?
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Hello,
I'm currently using the "External Force and Torque" block in Simscape to apply an external force onto my system. The force is always pointing in the negative Z direction of the world frame. I would like to visualize the direction and application point of this force with an arrow in the Mechanics Explorer. (Similar to the picture below).
![](https://www.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/answers/uploaded_files/1310930/image.png)
I have already tried using the" Graphics" block but this block doesn't let me create an arrow like i want to.
Is there a way to do what im trying to do in Simscape?
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Supraja
on 9 Mar 2023
Try following the below steps:
- In the Modelling tab, select “Model Settings > Model Settings”.
- In the left pane of the Configuration Parameters dialog box, select “Simscape Multibody > Explorer”.
- Select the Open “Mechanics Explorer” on model update or simulation check box.
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