A case study of multi-disciplinary modeling using MATLAB / Simulink and TrueTime

摘要

A big challenge in the development of complex machines is to evaluate the effects of early design decisions. This is because of 1) the multi-disciplinary nature of such systems, and 2) the complexity of these machines. In this paper, it is demonstrated that it is possible to model essential system artifacts like timing and power usage for a complex machine, and obtain simulation results that can predict system behavior. As a case study, a model of the paper flow in a modern high-volume printer / copier is made. This model focuses on timing and electrical power consumption. The model is validated using measurements on a real printer. It is shown that the model can be used to evaluate the impact of design decisions on the system.