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Mechatronics in Production Machinery
Mechatronik in Produktionsmaschinen
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:05:55
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.
Objective
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
- BSC , DS
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 15 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Mechatronik in Produktionsmaschinen |
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise |
Mechatronik in Produktionsmaschinen
und Labor
|
|
1 h weekly |