Module Mechatronics System Design

MECH8014: Mechatronics System Design

Module Delivered in

Programme Code CR_EBIOM_8 CR_EMECH_8 CR_ESENT_8 CR_EPRDD_8

Programme

Semester

Delivery Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Elective

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering 7 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering 7 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Sustainable Energy Certificate in Product Design and Development 8 2

Short Title: Full Title: Module Code:

Mechatronics System Design APPROVED Mechatronics System Design MECH8014 NFQ Level: Advanced ECTS Credits: 5.0

Module Coordinator: Description:

MICHAEL J O MAHONY

MECHATRONICS is a synergistic combination of mechanical and electrical engineering, computer science, and information technology. This module combines the core aspects of mechatronics (system modeling, simulation, sensors, actuation, real-time computer interfacing, and control) with practical industrial applications. This module features a collection of case studies drawn from a variety of industries to support the modules applied, design-oriented approach.

Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to 1. Demonstrate how mechatronics integrates knowledge from different disciplines in order to realise engineering and consumer products that are useful in everyday life. 2. Design static and dynamic boolean logic systems using Combinational, synchronous and asynchronous sequential logic. 3. Explain the operation of the fundamental elements of microprocessor systems. 4. Select appropriate transducer signal conditioning and devices for data conversion including operational amplifiers for analogue signal processing. 5. Implement a continuous-time control design using software on a microprocessor for the Manipulation, Transmission, and Recording of Data. 6. Select suitable actuators and sensors and integrate them with embedded control computers. Pre-requisite learning Module Recommendations This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named CIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s). It is recommended that all student taking this module have completed "System Dynamics and Control Engineering" Incompatible Modules These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list. No incompatible modules listed Requirements This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section. It is recommended that all student taking this module have completed "System Dynamics and Control Engineering" Co-requisites No co-requisites listed listed

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Module Mechatronics System Design

MECH8014: Mechatronics System Design

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content Digital Circuits Digital Representations, Combinational Logic and Logic Classes, Timing Diagrams, Boolean Algebra, Design of Logic Networks. Finding a Boolean Expression given a Truth Table. Sequential Logic, Flip-Flops, applications of Flip-Flops, TTL and CMOS Integrated Circuits. Special Purpose Digital Integrated Circuits, IEEE Standard Digital Symbols. Analog Signal Processing Using Operational Amplifiers Amplifiers, Operational Amplifiers. Ideal Model for the Operational Amplifier, Inverting Amplifier, Noninverting Amplifier, Summer, Difference Amplifier, Instrumentation Amplifier, Integrator, Differentiator, Sample and Hold Circuit, Comparator, The Real Op Amp. Microcontroller Programming and Interfacing Microprocessors and Microcomputers, Microcontrollers, The PIC16F84 Microcontroller Programming a PIC, PicBasic Pro, Using Interrupts, Interfacing Common PIC Peripherals, Interfacing to the PIC. Method to Design a Microcontroller-Based System. Data Acquisition and Control Quantizing Theory. Analog-to-Digital Conversion. Digital-to-Analog Conversion. Virtual Instrumentation. Data Acquisition and Control. Sensors Position and Speed, Stress and Strain, Temperature, Vibration and Acceleration, Pressure and Flow Measurement, Semiconductor Sensors and Microelectromechanical devices. Actuators Electromagnetic Principles, Solenoids and Relays, Electric Motors, DC Motors, Stepper Motors, Selecting a Motor, Pneumatic and hydraulic actuators. Mechatronic SystemsControl Architectures and Case Studies Programming and configuration of various microchip microprocessors using the PICDEM Mechatronics demonstration board. The demonstration kit takes a hands-on approach to learning about mechatronics. Jumper wires are provided in the kit which allow the developer to experiment with connecting the PIC microcontroller to various components on the board. These components include sensors, LEDs, human input devices and motor drivers. Assessment Breakdown Course Work End of Semester Formal Examination Outcome addressed Formal End-of-Semester Examination Coursework Breakdown Type Description Outcome addressed 2,3,4,6 1,2,3,4,5,6 % Assessment of Date total 10.0 Sem End 30.0 Sem End 1,2,3,4,6 % 40.0% 60% % of total Assessment Date 60% Semester End

Written Report Project

Laboratory reports on the digital systems and analogue signal processing labs. Mechatronic system design group project

Reassessment Requirement Repeat examination Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element. The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

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MECH8014: Mechatronics System Design

Module Workload & Resources

Workload Type Description

Full-time Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload 2.00

Lecture Lab Directed Learning

Formal lecture Mechatronic lab Mechatronics Design Project

2.0 2.0 2.0 3.0

Every Week

Every Second Week 1.00 Every Second Week 1.00 Every Week 3.00

Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Self Directed learning

Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00 Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00 Resources Recommended Book Resources W. Bolton, 2008, Mechatronics: A Multidisciplinary Approach, 4th Ed., Prentice Hall [ISBN: 9780132407632] Sabri Cetinkunt 2007, Mechatronics, 1st Ed., John Wiley Hoboken, NJ [ISBN: 978-0-471-47987-1] Ernest O. Doebelin, Measurement systems [ISBN: 9780072922011] Supplementary Book Resources David G. Alciatore, Michael B. Histand 2007, Introduction to Mechatronics and Measurement Systems, 3rd Edition Ed. [ISBN: 9780072963052] Butterworth-Heinemann 2005, Mechatronics Principles and Applications [ISBN: 978-0-7506-6379-3] Auslander, David M. 1996, Mechatronics: Mechanical System Interfacing, 1 Ed., Prentice Hall [ISBN: 013120338X] Devdas Shetty, Richard Kolk 1998, Mechatronics System Design, 1st Ed., Thomson [ISBN: 0534952852] David Bradley and David W. Russell 2010, Mechatronics in Action, Springer London [ISBN: 978-1-84996-079-3 (PRINT) 978-1-84996-080-9 (ONLIN] Other Resources Website: Mechatronics Demonstration Kit http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDoc Name=en023837&part=D Website: Mechatronics Design Center http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1482 Website: Motion system design http://www.motionsystemdesign.com/ Website: Robotics and Mechatronics Network http://kn.theiet.org/communities/robotics/index.cfm

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