Mechatronics, 5th edition. Electronic Control
Systems in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
By W. Bolton
February 2012
Pearson Education
Distributed by the Trans-Atlantic Publications
ISBN: 9780273742869 
638 Pages, Illustrated
$125.00 Paper original
Mechatronics is the integration of electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, control and computer engineering. From auto-focus cameras to car engine management systems, and from state-of-the-art robots to the humble washing machine, Mechatronics has a hand in them all.
This book presents a clear and comprehensive introduction to the area. It is practical and applied so it helps you to comprehend and design mechatronic systems. By also explaining the philosophy of Mechatronics it provides you with a frame of understanding to develop a truly interdisciplinary and integrated approach to engineering.
Mechatronics is essential reading for students requiring an introduction to this exciting area at undergraduate and higher diploma level.
- New Content includes:
An expanded first chapter gives a comprehensive introduction to the subject. - Includes more in-depth discussion of op-amps, mechanisms, and motor selection to improve clarity and extend applications.
- A new Appendix on Electrical Circuit Analysis is included to make the basic methods used for both d.c. and a.c. circuit analysis easily accessible to readers.
Preface
I: Introduction
1 Introducing mechatronics
Chapter objectives
1.1 What is mechatronics?
1.2 The design process
1.3 Systems
1.4 Measurement systems
1.5 Control systems
1.6 Programmable logic controller
1.7 Examples of mechatronic systems
Summary
Problems
II: Sensors and signal conditioning
2 Sensors and transducers
Chapter objectives
2.1 Sensors and transducers
2.2 Performance terminology
2.3 Displacement, position and proximity
2.4 Velocity and motion
2.5 Force
2.6 Fluid pressure
2.7 Liquid flow
2.8 Liquid level
2.9 Temperature
2.10 Light sensors
2.11 Selection of sensors
2.12 Inputting data by switches
Summary
Problems
3 Signal conditioning
Chapter objectives
3.1 Signal conditioning
3.2 The operational amplifier
3.3 Protection
3.4 Filtering
3.5 Wheatstone bridge
3.6 Pulse modulation
3.7 Problems with signals
3.8 Power trasfer
Summary
Problems
4 Digital signals
Chapter objectives
4.1 Digital signals
4.2 Analogue and digital signals
4.3 Digital-to-analogue and analogue-to-digital converters
4.4 Multiplexers
4.5 Data acquisition
4.6 Digital signal processing
Summary
Problems
5 Digital logic
Chapter objectives
5.1 Digital logic
5.2 Logic gates
5.3 Applications of logic gates
5.4 Sequential logic
Summary
Problems
6 Data presentation systems
Chapter objectives
6.1 Displays
6.2 Data presentation elements
6.3 Magnetic recording
6.4 Optical recording
6.5 Displays
6.6 Data acquisition systems
6.7 Measurement systems
6.8 Testing and calibration
Summary
Problems
III: Actuation
7 Pneumatic and hydraulic actuation systems
Chapter objectives
7.1 Actuation systems
7.2 Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
7.3 Directional control valves
7.4 Pressure control valves
7.5 Cylinders
7.6 Servo and proportional control valves
7.7 Process control valves
7.8 Rotary actuators
Summary
Problems
8 Mechanical actuation systems
Chapter objectives
8.1 Mechanical systems
8.2 Types of motion
8.3 Kinematic chains
8.4 Cams
8.5 Gear trains
8.6 Ratchet and pawl
8.7 Belt and chain drives
8.8 Bearings
Summary
Problems
9 Electrical actuation systems
Chapter objectives
9.1 Electrical systems
9.2 Mechanical switches
9.3 Solid-state switches
9.4 Solenoids
9.5 D.C. motors
9.6 A.C. motors
9.7 Stepper motors
9.8 Motor selection
Summary
Problems
IV: System models
10 Basic system models
Chapter objectives
10.1 Mathematical models
10.2 Mechanical system building blocks
10.3 Electrical system building blocks
10.4 Fluid system building blocks
10.5 Thermal system building blocks
Summary
Problems
11 System models
Chapter objectives
11.1 Engineering systems
11.2 Rotational–translational systems
11.3 Electro-mechanical systems
11.4 Linearity
11.5 Hydraulic–mechanical systems
Summary
Problems
12 Dynamic responses of systems
Chapter objectives
12.1 Modelling dynamic systems
12.2 Terminology
12.3 First-order systems
12.4 Second-order systems
12.5 Performance measures for second-order systems
12.6 System identification
Summary
Problems
13 System transfer functions
Chapter objectives
13.1 The transfer function
13.2 First-order systems
13.3 Second-order systems
13.4 Systems in series
13.5 Systems with feedback loops
13.6 Effect of pole location on transient response
Summary
Problems
14 Frequency response
Chapter objectives
14.1 Sinusoidal input
14.2 Phasors
14.3 Frequency response
14.4 Bode plots
14.5 Performance specifications
14.6 Stability
Summary
Problems
15 Closed-loop controllers
Chapter objectives
15.1 Continuous and discrete control processes
15.2 Terminology
15.3 Two-step mode
15.4 Proportional mode
15.5 Derivative control
15.6 Integral control
15.7 PID controller
15.8 Digital controllers
15.9 Control system performance
15.10 Controller tuning
15.11 Velocity control
15.12 Adaptive control
Summary
Problems
16 Artificial intelligence
Chapter objectives
16.1 What is meant by artificial intelligence?
16.2 Perception and cognition
16.3 Reasoning
16.4 Learning
Summary
Problems
V: Microprocessor systems
17 Microprocessors
Chapter objectives
17.1 Control
17.2 Microprocessor systems
17.3 Microcontrollers
17.4 Applications
17.5 Programming
Summary
Problems
18 Assembly language
Chapter objectives
18.1 Languages
18.2 Instruction sets
18.3 Assembly language programs
18.4 Subroutines
18.5 Look-up tables
18.6 Embedded systems
Summary
Problems
19 C language
19.1 Why C?
19.2 Program structure
19.3 Branches and loops
19.4 Arrays
19.5 Pointers
19.6 Program development
19.7 Examples of programs
Summary
Problems
20 Input/output systems
Chapter Objectives
20.1 Interfacing
20.2 Input/output addressing
20.3 Interface requirements
20.4 Peripheral interface adapters
20.5 Serial communications interface
20.6 Examples of interfacing
Summary
Problems
21 Programmable logic controllers
Chapter objectives
21.1 Programmable logic controllers
21.2 Basic PLC structure
21.3 Input/output processing
21.4 Ladder programming
21.5 Instruction lists
21.6 Latching and internal relays
21.7 Sequencing
21.8 Timers and counters
21.9 Shift registers
21.10 Master and jump controls
21.11 Data handling
21.12 Analogue input/output
Summary
Problems
22 Communication systems
Chapter objectives
22.1 Digital communications
22.2 Centralised, hierarchical and distributed control
22.3 Networks
22.4 Protocols
22.5 Open Systems Interconnection communication model
22.6 Serial communication interfaces
22.7 Parallel communication interfaces
22.8 Wireless protocols
Summary
Problems
23 Fault finding
Chapter objectives
23.1 Fault-detection techniques
23.2 Watchdog timer
23.3 Parity and error coding checks
23.4 Common hardware faults
23.5 Microprocessor systems
23.6 Emulation and simulation
23.7 PLC systems
Summary
Problems
VI: Conclusion
24 Mechatronics systems
Chapter objectives
24.1 Mechatronic designs
24.2 Case studies
Summary
Problems and assignments
Appendices
A The Laplace transform
B Number Systems
C Boolean Algebra
D Instructions Sets
E C library Functions
F MATLAB and SIMULINK
G Electrical Circuit Analysis
Further information
Answers
Index
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