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Torque Sensor

A torque sensor in mechanical rotational systems.

blockType: AcausalFoundation.Mechanical.Rotational.Sensors.Torque

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Description

Block Torque Sensor It is a device that converts the torque acting on the sensor into a signal proportional to this torque.

The R and C connections are rotary mechanical ports. This sensor is connected in series with the unit on which the torque is measured. The sensor rigidly locks the R and C ports together to prevent movement between them, so connecting the sensor in parallel may affect the simulation results, since this is similar to adding a bypass connecting line between the connection points. Serial connection within the existing line does not affect the simulation results and ensures accurate measurement.

The T connection is the measurement result. The positive direction of the block is from port R to port C. This means that a positive torque applied to the R port (positive sensor connection) causes a positive output signal.

Ports

Output

T — torque, N*m
scalar

The signal output port for the torque.

R — shaft (positive sensor connection)
rotational mechanics

A mechanical rotary port corresponding to the positive connection of the sensor.

C — housing (negative sensor connection)
rotational mechanics

A mechanical rotary port corresponding to the negative connection of the sensor.