Resistor

Linear resistor in electrical systems

Library:
Simscape / Foundation Library / Electrical / Electrical Elements

Description

The Resistor block models a linear resistor, described with the following equation:

$V = I \cdot R$

where:

V is voltage.
I is current.
R is resistance.

Connections + and – are conserving electrical ports corresponding to the positive and negative terminals of the resistor, respectively. By convention, the voltage across the resistor is given by V(+) – V(–), and the sign of the current is positive when flowing through the device from the positive to the negative terminal. This convention ensures that the power absorbed by a resistor is always positive.

Variables

To set the priority and initial target values for the block variables prior to simulation, use the Initial Targets section in the block dialog box or Property Inspector. For more information, see Set Priority and Initial Target for Block Variables.

Ports

Conserving

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`+` — Positive terminal
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Electrical conserving port associated with the resistor positive terminal.

`-` — Negative terminal
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Electrical conserving port associated with the resistor negative terminal.

Parameters

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`Resistance` — Resistance of the resistor
`1 Ohm` (default) | positive scalar

Resistance value.

Model Examples

Nonlinear Bipolar Transistor

An implementation of a nonlinear bipolar transistor based on the Ebers-Moll equivalent circuit. R1 and R2 set the nominal operating point, and the small signal gain is approximately set by the ratio R3/R4. The 1uF decoupling capacitors have been chosen to present negligible impedance at 1KHz. The model is configured for linearization so that a frequency response can be generated.

Open Model

Permanent Magnet DC Motor

This model is based on a Faulhaber Series 0615 DC-Micromotor. The parameters values are set to match the 1.5V variant of this motor. The model uses these parameters to verify manufacturer-quoted no-load speed, no-load current, and stall torque.

Resistor