Mechatronics (7th Ed.)
Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

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An essential reading for students requiring an introduction to this exciting area at undergraduate and higher diploma level.

Mechatronics: Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, 7th edition by William Bolton is the ideal learning tool to support you develop your skills in mechanical engineering, electronics and computing, and successfully design mechatronics systems.

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 new and updated edition goes much deeper into explaining the very philosophy of mechatronics.

Key features include:

  • an updated coverage of mechatronic system components,
  • extended coverage of encoders,
  • topical discussion and examples of neural control systems
  • revised case studies across the text

Along with fascinating examples including automated guided vehicles, artificial hands, fuzzy logic washing machines, this text will help you to gain a modern and practical understanding of the topic.

Preface

Acknowledgements

  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

Appendices

Answers

Index

Bill Bolton is the author of many successful engineering textbooks. He was formerly a Consultant to the Further Education Unit, Head of Research and Development and Monitoring at BTEC and a UNESCO consultant.

Hallmark features of this title

The content of the book is designed to help your students:

  • acquire a broad mix of skills in mechanical engineering, electronics and computing to help them comprehend and design mechatronics systems.
  • improve the interdisciplinary communication necessary to operate successfully in mechatronics.
  • contribute to the design of mechatronic systems at an increased capability