Introduction to mechatronics and measurement systems / Michael B. Histand and David G. Alciatore

Includes bibliographical references.

Contents: Introduction to mechatronics and measurement systems-- electric circuits and components-- semiconductor electronics-- system response-- analog signal processing using operational amplifiers-- digital circuits and systems-- data acquisition-- sensors-- actuators-- mechatronic systems--control architectures and case studies

This book provides comprehensive and accessible coverage of the evolving field of mechatronics for mechanical, electrical and aerospace engineering majors. The authors present a concise review of electrical circuits, solid-state devices, digital circuits, and motors- all of which are fundamental to understanding mechatronic systems. This second edition features new coverage of microcontroller architecture, programming and interfacing. Mechatronics design considerations are presented throughout the text, and in "Design Example" features. The text's numerous illustrations, examples, class discussion items, and chapter questions & exercises provide an opportunity to understand and apply mechatronics concepts to actual problems encountered in engineering practice.