Speed Control

If you want to create an actuator that moves a rigid body using speed as the driving parameter, use the Speed Control command. You must apply the speed control actuator to an existing joint so the rigid bodies have a defined axis to move about.

A speed control actuator can be used in many workflows. You can apply it to an angular joint to create a fan that runs at a specific speed.

You can also apply it to a linear joint, but typically you must develop the model further to stop the motion, such as adding a collision sensor signal to serve as a proximity switch.

Creating more realistic behavior

To create more realistic behavior, you can:

• Apply acceleration and force limitations to the actuator.
• Select an existing Signal to control the force or torque of a speed control actuator.
• Apply a speed control to a Transport Surface to create a conveyor system that signals can control via runtime parameters.

You can also apply a speed control actuator to a dynamic material to control the production of a continuous rigid body, such as a roll of sheet metal unwinding continuously.

Where do I find it?

Application	Mechatronics Concept Designer
Command	Speed Control

How do I

• Create a speed control actuator

Learn more

Related actuator topics in this section:

• Adding abstract actuators
• Position Control
• Hydraulic Actuator
• Pneumatic Actuator
• Inverse Kinematics

Look up more details

• Speed Control dialog box

Quick links

• Introduction to Mechatronics Concept Designer
• Mechatronics Concept Designer Preferences
• Browse NX help by product area

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