Synopses & Reviews
Introduction to Mechatronics discusses the design of simpler, more economical, reliable and versatile sytems based on the principles of mechanics, electronics and computing. The book describes the historical development of mechatronic systems and provides a basic background for mechatronic systems engineering. The introductory topics on mechatronics are dealt with in the book and it will prove to be very useful for undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as practice engineers. Beginning with the basic concepts of mechatronic systems, the book provides a comprehensive coverage of topics including system modeling and analysis, application of microprocessors and microcontrollers in mechatronic systems, sensors and actuators in mechatronic systems, intelligent systems for accurate operation of mechatronic systems, and application of mechatronic systems in autotronics, bionics, and avionics.
About the Author
Dr. Appukuttan is currently Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Surathkal, Karnataka. He recieved his Ph D from IIT Madras and has several years of teaching experience both ast the undergraduate and postgraduate levles. Dr. Appukuttan has published many papers in national and international journals and conferences.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Mechatronic systems
Chapter 2. Mechatronics in manufacturing
Chapter 3. Mechanical engineering and mechanisms in mechatronics
Chapter 4. Electronics in mechatronics
Chapter 5. Computing elements in mechatronics
Chapter 6. System modelling and analysis
Chapter 7. Motion control devices
Chapter 8. Sensors and transducers
Chapter 9. CNC Machines
Chapter 10. Intelligent systems and application
Chapter 11. Autotronics, Bionics and Avionics
References
Appendix A
Appendix B