Data visualization is essential for analysis and communication. Advanced MATLAB plotting tools include:
Subplots and Multiple Axes -- Create complex visualizations within a single figure.
3D Plotting -- Surface, contour, and mesh plots for analyzing multidimensional data.
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Live Scripts -- Interactive scripts that integrate code, equations, and visualizations.
[X, Y] = meshgrid(-10:0.5:10, -10:0.5:10); Z = sin(sqrt(X.^2 + Y.^2)); surf(X, Y, Z);
This generates a smooth 3D surface plot, useful for engineering simulations.
4. Automating Workflows with MATLAB Scripting
Manual tasks can be time-consuming. MATLAB allows you to automate repetitive tasks:
M-files -- Scripts that execute sequences of commands.
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Functions -- Reusable blocks of code to improve modularity.
Batch Processing -- Automating data analysis on multiple files.
For example, you can create a function to process multiple datasets without manual intervention:
