Computational Intelligent Techniques in Mechatronics

Preface

Mechatronics has been a revolutionary force in engineering and medical robotics over the past decade. It will lead to a major industrial revolution and affect research in every field of engineering. This book covers the basics of mechatronics, computational intelligence approaches, simulation and modeling concepts, architectures, nanotechnology, real-time monitoring and control, different actuators, and sensors. This resource is important for research and development departments in academia, government, and industry, and as a reference source in university libraries. This book explains clearly and comprehensively the engineering design process at different stages. As the historical divisions between the various branches of engineering and computer science become less clearly defined, mechatronics may provide a roadmap for nontraditional engineering students studying within the traditional university structure. This book covers all the algorithms and techniques found in mechatronics engineering, well explained with real-time examples, especially lab experiments that will be very informative to students and scholars.

Chapter 1 of this book provides an overview of promising AI approaches for modern mechatronics, along with the key benefits. The second chapter discusses classical thermodynamics and heat transfer principles that can optimize the blueprint, performance, and regulation of mechatronic apparatus.

Chapter 3 explores the role of data acquisition, sensors, and actuators ...