PS RMS Estimator

Measure RMS value of periodic signal

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  • Library:

  • Simscape / Foundation Library / Physical Signals / Periodic Operators

  • PS RMS Estimator block

Description

The PS RMS Estimator block measures the root mean square (RMS) value of a periodic signal.

A signal is periodic if it completes a pattern within a measurable time frame, called a period, and repeats that pattern over identical subsequent periods. The signal base frequency is the number of periods per second.

The block accepts a physical signal with one or more AC components present. It outputs an RMS value, where each frequency component is averaged over its time period.

Both the input and the output are physical signals. Untyped physical ports facilitate unit propagation. The output signal has the same physical unit as the input signal.

To obtain meaningful results, run the simulation for at least one full time period of the signal.

Ports

Input

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Input physical signal. The signal must be periodic.

The port name is not visible in the block icon, but you can see this name in the underlying source file (accessible by clicking the Source code link in the block dialog box).

Output

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Output physical signal.

The port name is not visible in the block icon, but you can see this name in the underlying source file (accessible by clicking the Source code link in the block dialog box).

Parameters

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Base frequency of the periodic signal.

Compatibility Considerations

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Behavior changed in R2019a

Extended Capabilities

C/C++ Code Generation
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Introduced in R2015b

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