Trapezoidal velocity profile
A trapezoidal velocity profile plans velocity in constant acceleration, constant velocity, and constant deceleration phases.
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In context
The area under the velocity–time graph is travel distance. Jerk changes abruptly in the idealized transitions between constant-acceleration phases.
Example
A sufficiently long travel distance includes a maximum-speed phase. For short distances, deceleration must begin before the planned maximum speed is reached.
Key distinction
Distinguish commanded speed from the maximum speed actually reached.
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