Save simulink model blocks

Hello i am new to matlab simulink,Now i have a model that contains solid blocks and rigid transform blocks i want to save the output views from multiple point of veiws as pdf or dxf formate in exact scale also i want to remove the time line cause a do not perform and actions that depends on time i am just forming a frame or steel truss,thanks in advance.

Answer 1

[Samar]

Hello @mahmoud elmesery,

Follow the listed steps to capture scaled, timeindependent views of your truss in Simulink/Simscape Multibody and export them as PDF or DXF:

1. Use Simscape Multibody + Simscape 3D Animation

Import or build your solids + rigid transforms into a Simscape Multibody model. Then use the Mechanics Explorer or 3D Animation scope to view your structure from any angle.

• These viewers render static visuals (no timeline), so no timestep is needed—perfect for static frames.

2. Export 2D views as vector formats

Here is the practical workflow to export DXF/PDF via CAD:

1. Export the geometry (e.g., as STEP or STL) from Simscape or CAD.
2. Open in a CAD tool (like FreeCAD, SolidWorks).
3. Set the exact view, then export to DXF or save as PDF ensuring scale and dimensions are preserved. It is documented here:

www.mathworks.com/help/releases/R2021a/physmod/smlink/ug/cad-translation.html?#mw_8afcecb8-fb02-46ba-bbc1-b15055573dbe

The discussion given below explores various ways to export PDF files from Simulink. Refer them for more info:

www.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/answers/81384-how-to-save-simulink-block-diagram-as-pdf

Things to note:

• Ensure your Simscape solids have correct physical units, so exported geometry matches.
• For exact scale, confirm your CAD export/import uses the same unit system.

With this pipeline, you’ll get precise, scale-accurate PDFs or DXFs of your truss from multiple static viewpoints—no simulation timeline required!

Hope this helps!