Construction equipment is built in a wide variety of sizes and configurations to execute specific tasks. This example explores different scenarios, such as the reachable positions of the excavator bucket.

Vibrations caused by heavy machinery can pose problems to structural integrity, especially if mounted on a steel structure or chassis. This model explores how to minimize vibrations in a diesel engine using a tuned mass damper.

Hydraulic motors, or rotary actuators, convert fluid power to rotary motion. They are rated according to displacement, torque capability, speed, and maximum pressure limitations. Here, you can study how two of these variables relate by looking at the effect of displacement on motor speed.

Models can be of great use when designing controllers. In this example, a model of a hoist crab is used to demonstrate the application of model inversion control in controlling nonlinear systems.