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Mechatronics
EF 2013 . 2014 - 2º semestre
Specification sheet Specific details
Learning goals
To understand the fundamental aspects of the design and implementation of mechatronics systems and their inter-dependences. To be able to apply the control theory knowledge acquired in previous courses to design and implement mechatronics systems. Syllabus
Integrated electromechanical systems. Fundamental equations of the dynamics of mechanical systems with mobile bodies. Machines and mechanical transmission. Electric actuators and electronic circuits for control. Discrete and continuous solenoids. DC motors, stepper motors, brushless DC motors. Linear and rotating piezoelectric motors: Micro-electromechanical actuators (MEMS): silicon micro-relays, micro-valves, micro-pumps, and micro-motors. Design examples of mechatronical systems: modeling, control and diagnosis. Prerequisites
Electronics II, Instrumentation and Measurements, Digital Control Generic skills to reach
. Competence in analysis and synthesis;. Computer Skills for the scope of the study; . Competence to solve problems; . Competence for working in group; . Competence in applying theoretical knowledge in practice; . Competence in working in interdisciplinary teams; . Competence in autonomous learning; . Adaptability to new situations; . Creativity; (by decreasing order of importance) Teaching hours per semester
Assessment
assessment implementation in 20132014
Assessment Lab experiments: 30.0% Project: 30.0% Exam: 40.0% Bibliography of reference
R. Isermann, Mechatronic Systems: Fundamentals, Springer; 2005. W. Bolton, Mechatronics: Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (3rd Edition), Prentice Hall; 2004. Godfrey C. Onwubolu, Mechatronics: Principles and Applications, Butterworth-Heineman, 2005. Teaching method
The teaching methodologies include theoretical classes using both the blackboard and the projection of slides as well as practical classes. The practical classes include several small practical lab experiments as well as a project. Resources used
Placas de desenvolvimento baseadas em microcontroladores.
Componentes electrónicos para interface com sensores e actuadores electromecânicos. Diversos tipos de motores eléctricos. Computadores pessoais e software de desenvolvimento de aplicações para microcontroladores. Ferramentas de modelação e simulação de sistemas dinâmicos (e.g., Matlab) |
