Mechatronics (Hardcover)

by Sabri Cetinkunt (Author) "The mechatronics field consists of the synergistic integration of three distinct traditional engineering fields for the system level design process..." (more)
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Product Description
A comprehensive, cross-disciplinary introduction to the design of computer controlled mechanical systems

With Sabri Cetinkunt's Mechatronics, you can develop the technical background you need to design an automated machine, component, or process, as well as the practical judgment and knowledge of the current state-of-the-art technology you need to find the most effective solution. Drawing on knowledge and techniques from mechanical, aerospace, chemical, electrical and computer engineering, the text explores the theory behind a wide range of basic devices used in automated machines and processes--from gears and pumps, to servomotors and microchips. Various motion-control lab experiments bring together all aspects of the mechatronics field, and provide practical experience in designing circuits and writing software.

Key Features
* Reviews the basic concepts of kinematics and common motion conversion mechanisms.
* Provides practical coverage of electronics, focusing on information non-electronics engineers need to know to analyze and design systems containing electronic components.
* Offers comprehensive coverage of electro-hydraulic systems with real-world examples from the construction equipment industry.
* Includes extensive and accurate coverage of all types of sensors, enabling you to work on any project that involves measurement and testing.
* Discusses electric motors in detail, including DC motors, steppers, AC motors, and SR motors--key knowledge for designers of factory automation and robotic projects.
* Covers microcontroller hardware and software issues, using PIC-18F452 microcontroller as an example.
* Includes the often neglected topic of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) which forms the foundation of factory automation.
* The first textbook to cover the coordination motion control concepts as they are used in industry using state-of-the-art motion controllers and servo motors (i.e, applications in printing machines, coil winding machines, machine tools, and robotics).
* Various motion-control-related lab experiments involve the construction of electronic interface circuits and the programming of real-time controls software.
* Discusses modeling of mechatronic systems and components, control system design, analysis and simulation in MATLAB.
* References real devices or components in examples and applications.
* Provides a comprehensive list of supplies of components needed in mechatronic systems.

From the Back Cover
A comprehensive, cross-disciplinary introduction to the design of computer controlled mechanical systems

With Sabri Cetinkunt’s Mechatronics, you can develop the technical background you need to design an automated machine, component, or process, as well as the practical judgment and knowledge of the current state-of-the-art technology you need to find the most effective solution. Drawing on knowledge and techniques from mechanical, aerospace, chemical, electrical and computer engineering, the text explores the theory behind a wide range of basic devices used in automated machines and processes––from gears and pumps, to servomotors and microchips. Various motion-control lab experiments bring together all aspects of the mechatronics field, and provide practical experience in designing circuits and writing software.

Key Features

• Reviews the basic concepts of kinematics and common motion conversion mechanisms.
• Provides practical coverage of electronics, focusing on information non-electronics engineers need to know to analyze and design systems containing electronic components.
• Offers comprehensive coverage of electro-hydraulic systems with real-world examples from the construction equipment industry.
• Includes extensive and accurate coverage of all types of sensors, enabling you to work on any project that involves measurement and testing.
• Discusses electric motors in detail, including DC motors, steppers, AC motors, and SR motors––key knowledge for designers of factory automation and robotic projects.
• Covers microcontroller hardware and software issues, using PIC-18F452 microcontroller as an example.
• Includes the often neglected topic of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) which forms the foundation of factory automation.
• The first textbook to cover the coordination motion control concepts as they are used in industry using state-of-the-art motion controllers and servo motors (i.e, applications in printing machines, coil winding machines, machine tools, and robotics).
• Various motion-control-related lab experiments involve the construction of electronic interface circuits and the programming of real-time controls software.
• Discusses modeling of mechatronic systems and components, control system design, analysis and simulation in MATLAB.
• References real devices or components in examples and applications. 
• Provides a comprehensive list of supplies of components needed in mechatronic systems.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 624 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (January 23, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 047147987X
• ISBN-13: 978-0471479871
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #451,707 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great textbook!!!, March 15, 2007

By	Sudheera Vemula (Dubuque, IA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

- The book is one of the most advanced and comprehensive mechatronics books. It is not a tutorial book of basics. It starts with fundamental physical principals, then gives examples from real-world designs, such as the circuit examples in electrohydraulics.
- Through the book, many good design guidelines are briefly sprinkled.
A young student may not completely understand these and appreciate, but experienced designers will agree and appreciate them. Many good design principles come from good experience, not necessarily from a formula. The book tries to provide those insights in computer controlled mechanical system design.
- It would be good to have more examples in the book so that it can be more easily used in classroom setting. As is, it is a good reference book and a little hard to read by undergraduate students.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Lousy, error-filled book, December 19, 2007

By	Chad Allen "Alleri" (Sandy, UT) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I used this book during my first of two mechatronics courses. Due to the many complaints from students about the number of errors throughout the book our instructor chose a different text for the second semester. Some of the errors include: homework problems that refer to figures that are drawn incorrectly, thus making the homework problem impossible to solve; figures and pictures that are incorrectly labeled, and answers to homework problems that are incorrect.

Additionally, the text seemed to refer more to the history of a device rather than how to apply it. Many of the homework problems ask for information that is not discussed in the text, so external resources are required to answer the questions. It would have been better to simply have another primary source to begin with.

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Mechatronics Book, November 21, 2007

By	Ahmed A. Elezaby - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This a very good book for learning Mechatronics technology from the basics to the graduate level. It's difficult to fit in such a vast subject in one book and the author did a fine job. The book also deals with Matlab/Simulink approaches to control systems.