Speed up the simulation

There are two modes to run the simulation. Experiment with the two modes (continuous and step mode) to find the appropriate method for your simulation.

Continuous mode. Use the slider to speed up the MPC block execution by an execution multiplier in continuous mode. The time scale scrolls continuously based on the multiplier.
Step mode. Use step mode to execute a selected number of MPC block executions. The time scale advances based on the number of executions (in seconds). For example, if the number of steps is set at 2, the block executes twice and the time scale advances 2 seconds. (The default number of steps is the time span of the future area.)
tips
  • The status bar above the Mode and Simulation Controls pane tells you which mode you are currently operating in.
  • Click the Pause button to change the number of steps when you switch from continuous mode to step mode.
  • Double-click the number of steps field to enter a new value.
  • Click the Run button to start the MPC block execution in continuous mode.