College of Engineering

Department of Mechanical Engineering

ME 442- Mechatronics

Dr. Houssam Chouikhi

hchouikhi@kfu.edu.sa
Room # 1066

2020 - 2021
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The mechatronics course provides the student with a general overview of

an integrated electromechnical system, which employs analog and/or
digital electronics for sensing, actuation and control.

An important objective of the course is to demonstrate the integration of

measurement systems, control, electronics, programming and mechanics
in designing competitive systems.

The practical assignments and the project work are designed to enhance
planning and team skills.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Electric Circuits and Components
Chapter 3: Semiconductor Electronics
Chapter 4: System Response
Chapter 5: Analog Signal Processing Using Operational Amplifiers
Chapter 6: Digital Circuits
Chapter 7:Microcontroller Programming and Interfacing
Chapter 8: Data Acquisition
Chapter 9: Sensors
Chapter 10: Actuators
Chapter 11: Mechatronic Systems – Control Architectures and Case
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Chapter 1: Introduction
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Objective: Define a mechatronic system, understand its primary elements and

appreciate its relevance to contemporary engineering design.

Mechatronics is an interdisciplinary field involving:

Mechanics,
Instrumentation,
Electronics,
Robotics/Automation,
Computer components, and
Control systems.

Systems are networked together to meet the demands of highly

automated manufacturing processes and technicians are trained to
master the necessary skills.
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Mechatronics is a dynamic field that changes daily with the rapid

improvements in technology and computer systems.

If you like to work with highly automated equipment, computer

interfacing, and simulation software,

If you like to see what things are made of and how they work using
both your mind and your hands,

You will enjoy this program

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What is Mechatronics ? The Very Basics In 7 Minutes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ro_tFv1iH6g

Mechatronics System Design - The Very Basics in 10 Minutes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn0d1gjL7Vs