Multiple Joints to connect solid blocks?

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Oguz
Oguz on 2 Apr 2014
Answered: Maximilian on 1 Aug 2014
Hi, i am new to Matlab and SimMechanics. So sorry if it´s a dump question. My question is, is there any possibility for adding multiple joints on one solid brick (e.g. bearing joint) ? I have two blocks, the bottom one is a non-moveable "world frame". The top one is connected via four springs in each corner. So how do I add springs on the each corner of the blocks. Any Ideas or possibilities? I include a picture of the skript. Using SimMechanics 2nd Generation. Greetings Oguz

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Maximilian
Maximilian on 1 Aug 2014
You would need to add four transforms to the bodies that specify the location of the springs in order to have the additional connections. As for the spring connection itself, I believe you can use a 6-DOF joint and then specify the spring stiffness as desired. This can be found in the block parameters under "Internal Mechanics" and can be specified for each DOF.

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