Build a mass–spring–damper in about 5 minutes and see a live displacement curve.

Prerequisites

• Simit installed or access to the web workspace
• Basic familiarity with dynamic systems terminology

Outcomes

• A working MSD model with live scope output
• Tunable parameters (m, k, c) and reruns in seconds
• Ability to compare damping changes or step size adjustments

Quick steps

1. Create a new model; set duration and step size.
2. Add blocks: Step, Sum, Gain (×2), Integrator (×2), Scope.
3. Wire the dynamics: force in, -k·x, -c·v, integrate to v and x, plot x.
4. Set parameters (m, k, c) and initial conditions.
5. Run and view the displacement response.
6. Tweak damping or step size; rerun and compare curves.