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Introduction to Electric Circuits

Interactive Course | FREE

Requirements: This course requires high-school level physics, algebra and basic calculus.

Certification Levels: CompletionLevel 1

Explore the fundamentals of electric circuits in this interactive course using Wolfram Language and Wolfram System Modeler. User-friendly diagrams, visualizations and models intuitively demonstrate how electric circuits behave. The course covers circuit components, basic theoretical concepts and methods for analysis. The final section of the course focuses on operational amplifiers.

New in Wolfram 14.1 Webinar Series

Archived Event | FREE

Version 14.1 of Wolfram Language and Mathematica is here with the latest from our R&D pipeline. This series of five webinars showcases new tools for working with neural nets and LLMs, finding differences in content, working with images and videos and exploring scientific evaluations through biomolecules, astrophysics and more.

Analysis and Design of Control Systems

Video Lesson | FREE

Requirements: Some experience with control systems is recommended for the course.

This course shows how to work with the control systems objects created in Wolfram Language. Topics include frequency domain analysis, state space analysis, and state space design.

Analyzing Systems Using Wolfram Language and System Modeler

Video Course | FREE

Requirements: This course requires basic working knowledge of Wolfram Language and System Modeler.

This course uses a series of examples to demonstrate how to use System Modeler and Wolfram Language as an integrated environment for modeling, simulating, analyzing and understanding system designs. This course is for those who are interested in a deeper understanding of how Wolfram System Modeler, Wolfram Language and Modelica work together. Basic familiarity with Wolfram Language and System Modeler is recommended. Download the course materials, including a set of Wolfram Notebooks and a System Modeler package, and follow along with the video tutorials.

Control Systems

Video Course | FREE

Design, simulate and regulate complex engineering systems interactively with the Wolfram Language. This series covers various aspects of control systems, starting with a conceptual overview and continuing with in-depth discussions on system analysis and design, including both state-space and frequency domain applications. Various examples are introduced early on and expanded upon throughout the videos, including pendulum and suspension systems controls, loudspeaker simulation, live image tracking and more.

Developing Systems Biology Models

Video Lesson | FREE

Requirements: Some experience with SystemModeler is recommended for the course.

This course provides an introduction to the BioChem library and the Systems Biology add-on and teaches you how you can build, simulate and analyze biochemical models using System Modeler and the Wolfram Language.

Ecology and Environmental Science Modeling in Wolfram Language

Archived Event | FREE

This event offers a unique experience for students and educators keen on exploring the intersection of natural systems and computational modeling. It focuses on the foundational elements of complex systems within the realms of ecology and environmental science, making these advanced concepts accessible and engaging through a blend of theoretical and computational explorations.

Flying on the Edge: Simulating High-G Jet Aerobatics with Wolfram System Modeler's Aircraft Library 2.0

Archived Event | FREE

Fly into the danger zone as we model the Aermacchi military jet trainer using the completely redefined structure of the new version of Wolfram System Modeler's Aircraft Library 2.0. This jet will be pushed to the limit as we design and fly high-G maneuvers like the ones performed at air shows, while we make sure that the structural integrity is not compromised through the use of a V-n diagram. For the grand finale, we will execute a challenging seven-aircraft formation flying stunt: the dazzling Delta Breakout!

Frequency Domain Analysis and Design Applications

Video Lesson | FREE

Requirements: Some experience with control systems is recommended for the course.

This course gives a step-by-step approach to working with control systems and frequency domain applications using Wolfram Language. Each example begins with a problem definition and works toward a solution and a simulation using Bode plot and root locus plot manipulations.

Guiding Principles for Systems Modeling and Simulation
(Study Group Sessions)

Archived Event | FREE

Learn modeling principles applicable to dynamic systems across diverse domains from Wolfram experts. This study group uses Wolfram System Modeler to create models of real-world systems and explore modeling fundamentals. Examples that range from simulating the spread of infectious diseases to predicting the cash flow dynamics of a subscription-based business and modeling the intricate behavior of drones are covered. The first two sessions provide an introduction to modeling with System Modeler and analyzing models with Wolfram Language. Each following session is devoted to learning about a different modeling principle.

Handling Uncertainties and Calibrating System Models with Wolfram Language

Archived Event | FREE

In this Wolfram System Modeler webinar, the recently added functionality to calibrate, validate and visualize uncertainty in system models will be presented. You will learn to calibrate parameter values to match simulation results with real-world data and to visualize the uncertainty of key outputs resulting from uncertainty in parameters, initial values or inputs. Examples such as a Hohmann transfer orbit, calibration of rates in a chemical reaction and a simplified loudspeaker are explored.

Integrated Control Systems Quick Start

Video Lesson | FREE

Requirements: Some experience with control systems is recommended for the course.

Explore the suite of control system tools available in Wolfram Language that can be used to do analysis, design and simulation of continuous- and discrete-time systems. Topics include the construction and manipulation of state-space and transfer-function models, system interconnections, frequency response plots, and controller design. Optimal control of an inverted pendulum, interactive pole placement, and Bode plot manipulation are among the examples.

Integrating System Modeler with Other Software and Hardware Tools

Video Lesson | FREE

Requirements: Some experience with System Modeler is recommended.

This video shows how to integrate models from System Modeler with different deployment options, such as FMI, TCP/IP and Arduino.

Introduction to System Modeling with Wolfram Language

Video Course | FREE

This four-part video course shows how to locate, import and build models for simulating and analyzing all kinds of systems with Wolfram Language. Basic familiarity with the Wolfram Language is recommended.

Introductory Concepts of Control Systems

Video Lesson | FREE

Requirements: Some experience with control systems is recommended for the course.

This video introduces the concepts and Wolfram Language functions used to model a dynamic system. Topics include the construction and manipulation of state-space and transfer function models, system properties, system interconnections and simulations.

Joystick Design: Multibody Modeling and Simulation

Video Lesson | FREE

Requirements: Some experience with System Modeler is recommended for the course.

In this video, a mechanical model of a joystick is developed. This is a 3D multibody model with custom subcomponents. The video focuses on studying and comparing the performances of different self-centering mechanisms for the joystick by simulating and visualizing the model.

Modeling Safety-Critical Systems

Video Lesson | FREE

Requirements: Some experience with System Modeler is recommended for the course.

Wolfram System Modeler can be used to model safety-critical systems. This video takes a detailed look at an aircraft flap system, showing how component faults can be modeled and how their effect on system behavior can be simulated.

Quick Start with Wolfram Language and System Modeler

Video Lesson | FREE

Get a deeper understanding of model behavior using Wolfram Language. This course focuses on creating and analyzing models and simulation results with Wolfram Language. Learn about the link between the Wolfram Language and System Modeler and get an overview of the powerful functionality relevant to modeling and analysis. There are no prerequisites for this class, although experience with system modeling would be a plus.

State-Space Analysis and Design Applications

Video Lesson | FREE

Requirements: Some experience with control systems is recommended for the course.

This video gives a step-by-step approach to working with control systems and state-space applications using Wolfram Language. Each example begins with a problem definition and works toward a solution and a simulation using controller design methods, including pole placement and optimal control.

Stewart Platform Model Design

Video Lesson | FREE

Requirements: The course is for those who are experienced with Mathematica and System Modeler.

This video focuses on building a model of a six-degree-of-freedom Stewart platform. Mathematica is used during modeling to plan the 3D geometry and motion of the platform. After the model is constructed, Mathematica is used for custom visualization.

System Modeling (Study Group Sessions)

Archived Event | FREE

Follow this Study Group to learn how to use Wolfram System Modeler to make complex, hierarchical simulations of all kinds of systems. The first several sessions cover examples ranging from gyroscopes and joysticks in physics to epidemic modeling in biology, to chromatographic columns in chemistry. After covering some fundamental topics with the use of the examples, this Study Group goes on to explain how to create and analyze new models, connect to real-world applications and analyze results with the Wolfram Language and the basics of the Modelica language.

Testing and Modeling Turbines, Gears and Drivelines with the Rotating Machinery Library

Archived Event | FREE

This webinar shows the new System Modeler Modelica library for rotating machinery. The Rotating Machinery library allows you to test novel designs or identify faults in rotating machinery like turbines, motors and drivelines. Within the library, you'll find fundamental components of rotating machinery, such as gears, shafts and bearings. These components are designed to be flexible, enabling you to observe deformations and accurately capture real-world responses under different loads, for example, vibrations, deflections and contact stresses.

Wolfram System Modeler for Engineering (Study Group Sessions)

Archived Event | FREE

Learn from the experts about using Wolfram System Modeler for model-based systems engineering. This group covers creating your own models, connecting to real-world applications and analysis with the Wolfram Language, including examples from thermal engineering, biology and digital circuits.

Wolfram System Modeler Quick Start

Video Lesson | FREE

Dive into the vast collection of ready-made resources available for getting started with System Modeler. This video introduces the example packages and libraries available in the Class Browser. Follow the presentation step by step to create your own models and run simulations.