"The integration of electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, control and computer engineering – Mechatronics – lies at the heart of the innumerable gadgets, processes and technology without which modern life would seem impossible. From auto-focus cameras to car engine management systems, and from state-of-the-art robots to the humble washing machine, Mechatronics has a hand in them all.
This book presents a and comprehensive introduction to the area. Practical and applied, it helps you to acquire the mix of skills you will need to comprehend and design mechatronic systems. It also goes much deeper, explaining the very philosophy of mechatronics, and, in doing so, provides a truly interdisciplinary and integrated approach to engineering."
Features –
1.Updated coverage of mechatronic system components, including extended coverage of encoders, position sensitive detectors and force sensitive resistors
2. New material on Atmega microcontrollers including applications and programming examples
3. Topical discussion and examples of fuzzy logic and neural control systems
4. Applications and case studies have been revised across the book, with fascinating examples including automated guided vehicles, artificial hands, fuzzy logic washing machines, to help gain a modern and practical understanding
About the Author –
William Bolton was formerly a Consultant to the Further Education Unit, Head of Research and Development and Monitoring at BTEC and a UNESCO consultant.
Book Content –
1. Introducing mechatronics, 2. Sensors and transducers, 3. Signal conditioning, 4. Digital signals
5.Digital logic, 6. Data presentation systems, 7. Pneumatic and hydraulic actuation systems, 8. Mechanical actuation systems, 9. Electrical actuation systems, 10. Microprocessors and microcontrollers, 11. Assembly language, 12. C language, 13. Input/output systems, 14. Programmable logic controllers, 15. Communication systems, 16. Fault finding, 17. Basic system models, 18. System models, 19. Dynamic responses of systems, 20. System transfer functions, 21. Frequency response, 22 Closed-loop controllers, 23. Artificial intelligence, 24. Mechatronic systems
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