Is it possible to generate a variable number of Simulink blocks?

Hi everyone,

I have a specific custom block in Simulink that I want to be able to generate dynamically upon loading the Simulink file/model. Right now I have to copy and paste it based on how many I want.

For example, if I want 10, I just copy and paste the block 10 times. If I want 30 of them, I copy and paste it 30 times.

However if I want 1000 then it becomes quite difficult to copy and paste it 1000 times. Also, each experiment I do I need a different number of this particular block.

What I would like to be able to do is pass a number like "5" or "6000" when I call the Simulink model and have it generate that many of the block I need.

Is this possible?

Thanks, and warmest regards,

Shawn

Answer 1

[Zack Peters]

Hi Shawn,

Simulink is equipped with command line functionality for model creation. After experimenting with it a bit, you should be able to create a script that can add n blocks to the model and connect them in various ways via the add_block and add_line command.

Here, you should be able to find all of the functions available for manipulating your model from the command line.

~Zack