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151-0407-00L 4 Credits MSC D-MAVT

Mechatronics in production plants

Mechatronik in Produktionsanlagen

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Urs Meyer
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:05:45

Abstract

Overview of the requirements, methods, and solutions for mechatronic systems and components in the area of production machinery.Introduction to the practical applications of mechatronic systems (sensors, drives, control- and monitoring systems) in industrial manufacturing technology.Selection and specification of drive concepts and solutions.

Content

Concepts for interlinking manufacturing processes. Modelling of mechanical systems with the computer tool Working Model. Calculation of the specifications for different drives in process technology and automation. Selection of the drive, including motor, electronic controller, and feedback sensor. Practical procedure in commissioning and debugging. Systematic check and verification of the function for all possible loads.

Resources

Lecture Notes

is handed out for the course

Literature

Grafische Methoden der Prozessanalyse für Design und Optimierung von Produktionssystemen Carls Hanser Verlag, ISBN 3-446-40374-4

General Information

Language
German
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 15 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Mechatronik in Produktionsanlagen
Di + Do 8 - 10 CLA F22/24
No time listed 2 h weekly
exercise Mechatronik in Produktionsanlagen
Zeit und Raum nach Vereinbarung
No time listed 1 h weekly

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