kPan

kPan is a software program developed by The MathWorks, Inc. It is a graphical user interface (GUI) application designed for the analysis and visualization of dynamic systems. Primarily used in conjunction with MATLAB, kPan allows users to explore the behavior of systems by interactively manipulating parameters and observing the resulting changes in outputs.

The core functionality of kPan revolves around its ability to create and edit block diagrams that represent mathematical models. Users can drag and drop pre-defined blocks representing common mathematical operations, such as integrators, gain blocks, and sum blocks, to construct their system models. Once a model is built, kPan enables real-time parameter tuning. This means that users can adjust parameters of the system and immediately see how these changes affect the system's response, often visualized through plots and scopes within the interface.

kPan is particularly useful in fields such as control systems engineering, signal processing, and simulation. It facilitates rapid prototyping and experimentation with system designs. The interactive nature of kPan helps in understanding complex system dynamics and debugging models by allowing for intuitive exploration of different scenarios. While not a standalone product, its integration with MATLAB provides a powerful environment for model-based design and analysis.