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Introduction to Mechantronics and Measurement Systems,3E (SIE)

David G. Alciatore, Colorado State University
Michael B. Histand, Colorado State University

ISBN: 007064814x
Copyright year: 2007

Feature Summary

This text provides comprehensive and accessible coverage of the evolving field of mechatronics. The text’s focus on measurement systems, circuits and electronics, interfacing sensors and actuators, along with analysis and synthesis of mechatronic systems, provides a thorough cross-disciplinary and real-world overview of mechatronics.

New to this edition

• Expanded coverage of microcontroller programming and interfacing, including new threaded design examples.

• A detailed case study on Mayoelectrically Controlled Robot Arm.

•Expanded chapter on data acquisition with an introduction to LabView.

• An introduction to control theory and its application in mechatronic systems.

• Descriptions of real devices and mechatronic systems added.

• Coverage of important subjects like MEMS, cutting edge sensors technology, and micromechanics.

• Integrates design examples and problems throughout the text.

Pedagogical features:

• Solved Examples: 35

• Practice Problems : 235

• Class Discussion Items (CDIs) : 97

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