ME2110

Lecture 2.b:

Introduction to Mechatronics

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Key Concepts

• Autonomy

• Mechatronics

• Sensors, Actuators, Control

• Pneumatics

• DC Motors vs Stepper Motors

Outline

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1. Introduction

2. Introduction to Fundamental Mechatronic Concepts

3. ME2110 Mechatronics Kit

1. Sensors

2. Actuators

3. Controller

4. Software Why do you need this? What does it do?

5. Summary

2. Analog to Digital Conversion - ADC

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Analog Signal – output from analog sensor

ADC1 – Low resolution ADC2 – High resolution

3. ME2110 Mechatronics Kit

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3.1 Sensors

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Limit Switch: Long-reach Mechanical Micro-switch

3.1 Sensors

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Toggle Switch: Mechanical switch

3.1 Sensors

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Linear Displacement: IR Position Sensor

3.1 Sensors

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Angular Displacement: Rotary Encoder

3.2 Actuators

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Linear Motion: Solenoid (Electromechanical)

3.2 Actuators

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Linear Motion: Single-action Cylinder (Pneumatic)

3.2 Actuators

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Pneumatics Kit: pV work expended & Computer Control

3.2 Actuators

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Rotary Motion: DC Motor(Electromechanical)

3.2 Actuators

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Rotary Motion: DC Motor(Electromechanical)

3.2 Actuators

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Rotary Motion: Stepper Motor (Electromechanical)

3.2 Actuators

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Rotary Motion: Stepper Motor (Electromechanical)

3.2 Controller

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4. Software

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Structured Programming