Questions tagged [software]
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dSPACE compiler linker error -- fscanf undefined
I'm dealing with a somewhat intractable problem. We're running dSPACE 7.4 (RTI 1006) on MATLAB 2011a, which I understand uses the dSPACE DS1006 C Compiler v. 2.2. When I try to compile one of our ...
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How do I loop through annotations in NX using the NXOpen API in VB?
I'm writing a script to extract all the dimensions from a 2D drawing in NX. In doing so, I have been able to get the dimensions and tolerances on all sheets, along with the zone numbers. This has been ...
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Who wrote the 1990's piece about the object oriented toaster?
In the 1990's (or earlier?), an unattributed piece was written about an electrical engineer and a software developer who were tasked with building a toaster. You can view the piece in its entirety ...
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Custom Models in Process Engineering
I'm using Aspen Custom Modeler to create a model to be used in Aspen Plus and Aspen Plus Dynamics, and I'm having trouble figuring out how to code the mass balance, energy balance, etc. I'm ...
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Strain gauge measurement using NI 9944
I am trying to measure the strain on a part using a strain gauge. The gauge is a 120 $\Omega$ strain gauge from HBM. I am using National Instruments (NI) hardware and LabVIEW software to capture the ...
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What tools are used to design and 'program' shape-memory polymers?
I've been reading about shape-memory polymers. However, it is not clear to me what tools could be used to design the ultimate shape (the shape one obtains after applying for example electricity or ...
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"Set redefined" Error When Running a Restart Job in Abaqus 6.12-1
Using Abaqus 6.12-1, I am trying to submit a restart job with an added step. I've followed exactly the instructions in section 19.6.5 of Abaqus 6.12-1 CAE user's manual, but receive this error:
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Importing ADCP data in AreaComp 2 software
I'm working with AreaComp 2 version 1.07 software. I have to import hypothetical data to run the software. But I have problem in importing ADCP (Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler) data. I tried ...
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Formation of robot links programmatically in Solidworks
Spherical Parallel Manipulator in SolidWorks
My question is a continuation of the topic.
Is it possible to form the links and joints of the robot not manually, but programmatically in Solidworks?
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VPython Simulation of Coupled Oscillators Not Displaying Normal Modes Properly
The VPython code found at the following link https://glowscript.org/#/user/cody825/folder/Lab8/program/CoupledMassSpringSystemCopy/edit
Aims to simulate a 6-mass, 7-spring coupled oscillator system. ...
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Is there a free software that will let me solve thermodynamic cycles?
is there a free software that would let me calculate pressure, volume, and temperature at "corners" of a thermodynamic cycle as well as calculate efficiency and other parameters, given some ...
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Perfectly Matched Layer (PML) for Plates in COMSOL
I am modelling infinite plate domain in COMSOL for frequency simulation. I need to apply absorbing boundary conditions all around the boundaries and I could not find PML option for plates.
Could ...
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Making a three phase squirrel cage induction motor in PLECS?
I was just curious if I was to make a Three phase squirrel cage induction motor connected to a
mechanical load System Block Diagram in PLECS with a rated frequency of 60hz, 6 poles, 220V rated stator ...
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Help to position a sliding point on GIM
I'm building a mechanical system using GIM for university purpose.
I have to position the sliding point in (X=0.320, Y=0.320*tan(25°)). This point have to be accurate to study the cinematics (PICTURE ...
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Where is Wizard in Solidworks Flow simulation?
would anyone knows why my wizard in Solidworks 2016 flow simulation is missing, I am starting to learn flow simulation because of my study, I am still a beginner, I tried testing it 1 time with my ...
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How to make a wireless modem using a normal Wi-Fi router and a 4g usb modem
I have a normal TP link (Model: TL-WR841N) router and an USB 4g modem. But the WIFI router does not have any USB port. I want to connect the USB modem with the router, want to share internet ...
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how can i find Spectral Acceleration (Sa(T1; 5%))?
I want to do incremental dynamic analysis (IDA) for my project and for hunt and fill algorithm i need the 5% damped Spectral Acceleration at the structure’s first-mode period (Sa(T1; 5%)) . Can i find ...
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What is that 3D software
I was wondering what is the 3D software being use ( picture below )
Thanks in advance!
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PSCAD question regarding how to use graphs
so this question is to do with coursework, but I just need some guidance as I am not exactly sure where I'm going wrong. I missed my 2 weeks of practical classes due to my roommate having covid-19, so ...
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What part is this and how do I create it in Fusion 360?
I am new to Fusion 360 and I am trying to create a plastic part that snaps onto a plastic tube (torus in Fusion 360).
Unfortunately, I am not sure what the name of the plastic part is, and I have been ...
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Macro to atomic scale software
Is there a software that exists that takes a macro object for example a MacBook casing and its composition (Aluminum) and allow you to zoom between the macro scale (a fully rendered MacBook) and the ...
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How do I measure the time taken for a laser to cut a metal?
I am a placement student and was given a project asking to measure the time taken for the laser to cut a metal and send it to Excel into a spreadsheet automatically. I am a computer science student ...
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Which states offer PE licensure for Software Engineering?
Which U.S. states offer Professional Engineer (PE) licensure for software engineering?
In my research, few of the state licensing boards listed on the NCEES site include the Software Engineering ...
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C++ simulate physical audio output
I am searching for help with simulating a physical audio device and get its input from the OS (mainly Windows and Linux). Couldn't find any information about this so far. The idea is to block the ...
