Lanterna Rally

Author: K.P. Ramachandran

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 856

ISBN-13: 9788126518371

Market_Desc: This textbook is written for undergraduate students embarking on introductory course in Mechatronics and is also a reference book for engineers, and other practicing professionals, who are keen on understanding the principles of Mechatronic systems and engineering. Special Features: · Text presented in an integrated and lucid style.· Design of discrete control systems using fluid power circuits and PLCs explained.· User-friendly book with simple explanations and illustrations.· Many worked out examples and case studies.· Numerous illustrations, review questions, problems and exercises given.· Appendices, solved question and answers included in companion CD.· Instructor Manual CD with Powerpoint presentations and questionnaire to be made available in December 2008. About The Book: This book integrates the principles of electrical and electronic engineering with Mechatronic system application in a simple manner, and is designed for both mechanical/industrial engineers. This book enables one to design and select analog and digital circuits, microprocessor-based components, mechanical devices, sensors and actuators, and control devices to design modern mechatronic systems.Mechatronics - Integrated Mechanical Electronic System, consists of 16 chapters and each chapter begins with learning objectives and a brief introduction. Topics are then divided into labeled sections with explanations, examples, along with appropriate practical applications. A variety of solved problems with step by step solutions are included. Each chapter ends with key terms, summary of the chapter, objective type questions and exercises.