Definitions of mechatronics design process, introduction to mechatronics systems and components. Principles of basic electronics. Microprocessors and their applications, integrated circuits, sensors, actuators and other electrical/electronic hardware in mechatronic systems. Principles of electronic/system communication. Interfacing, DA and AD convertors, Software and Hardware principles and tools to build mechatronic systems. System models .
Selection of mechatronic elements namely sensors like encoders and resolvers, stepper and servomotors, ball screws, solenoids, like actuators and controllers with applications to GNC systems, robotics, consumer, electronic products etc. Business drivers for mechatronics, organisational structure for mechatronics, implementing a mechatronic design proess.
 

List of Recommended Books:

1. Mechatronics Engineering, Tomkinson, D. and Horne, J., McGraw Hill, 1996

2. Mechatronics, Bolton, W., Longman, 1995

3. Mechatronics, HMT Hand Book, 1998

4. Understanding Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Kamm, L.J., IEEE Press, New York, 2000