Mechatronic Systems: Fundamentals

by Rolf Isermann

Overview

Many processes and systems manifest an increasing integration of mechanical and electronic components with information processing capacity. The development of such mechatronic systems opens the way to many innovative solutions not possible with mechanics or electronics alone.

"Mechatronic Systems" introduces these developments by considering the dynamic modelling of components together with their interactions. Structured tutorial style takes learning from the basics of theoretical modelling, through information processing to examples of system development. End-of-chapter exercises provide ready-made homework or self-tests. Based on the experience of students working on real research projects, offers practical advice of real value.

"Mechatronic Systems" will be of great value to advanced students working in control, electrical and mechanical engineering. It will be useful to practising engineers wanting an in-depth understanding of how these disciplines are becoming interlinked.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781852339302
Publisher:	Springer London
Publication date:	09/07/2005
Edition description:	2003
Pages:	624
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)

About the Author

Rolf Isermann is one of the leading academic figures associated with the novel and increasingly important field of mechatronics the most popular definition of which is:

Mechatronics is the synergistic integration of mechanical engineering with electronics and intelligent computer control in the design and manufacture of products and processes

He was chair of the 1^st IFAC conference on Mechatronics. He has worked extensively with industry in recent years especially in the automotive sector. He is a fellow of the IEEE and a member of the IFAC general council.

Table of Contents

Integrated Mechanical Electronic Systems.- Fundamentals of Theoretical Modeling of Technical Processes.- Fundamental Equations of the Dynamics of Mechanical Systems with Mobile Masses.- Mechanical Elements.- Electrical Drives.- Machines and Drivetrains.- Identification of Dynamic Systems.- Models of Oscillations and their Identification.- Sensors.- Actuators.- Microcomputers.- Examples for the Design of Mechatronic Systems: Modeling, Control and Diagnosis.

Editorial Reviews

From the reviews:

"Professor Isermann’s book on mechatronics is in the meantime a real classic … . Isermann gives an excellent presentation of how to get a systematic order into complex systems, indispensable for all, students and professionals, being involved in these modern technologies. … The book is written in a very clear and comprehensive way. … Altogether a perfect book, which will find its readers. … it will be a great success all over the world. My sincere congratulations to the author." (Friedrich Pfeiffer, Meccanica, Vol. 43, 2008)

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