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Component-Based Modeling

Learn when to use different types of model components

Component-based modeling enables efficient and robust system development, facilitates collaboration, and improves verification workflows. Large-scale systems typically use a combination of Simulink^® model components.

For guidance defining model components, see Component-Based Modeling Guidelines.

For an example that shows model evolution, see Basic Modeling Workflow.

Blocks

Subsystem	Group blocks to create model hierarchy
Model	Reference another model to create model hierarchy
Variant Subsystem, Variant Model	Template subsystem containing Subsystem blocks or Model blocks as Variant choices

Tools

Model Reference Conversion Advisor	Convert subsystems to referenced models
Referenced Files Pane	View, save, and close referenced subsystems and models

Topics

Define Model Components

Component-Based Modeling Guidelines

Consider componentization for large models and multiuser development teams.

STEP 1: Choose Among Types of Model Components
STEP 2: Compare Capabilities of Model Components
STEP 3: Define Interfaces of Model Components

Develop Model Components

Basic Modeling Workflow

Model a simple mechanical system, then scale the model for a collaborative component-based modeling project.

STEP 1: Model a System Algorithm
STEP 2: Create Model Components
STEP 3: Manage Signal Lines
STEP 4: Manage Model Data
STEP 5: Reuse Model Components from Files
STEP 6: Create Interchangeable Variations of Model Components
STEP 7: Set Up a File Management System

Interact with Model Components

Configuration Management

Projects can help you work with configuration management tools for team collaboration.

Preview Content of Model Components

Display representation of block contents on the face of a block.

Navigate Model Hierarchies

Navigate model hierarchy of subsystems and referenced models.

Related Information

Project Management

Large-Scale Modeling

Simulink Documentation

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Model-Based Design for Embedded Control Systems

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