ME407 MECHATRONICS 2021

COURSE DELIVERY MANUAL

(B.Tech Programme)
Name of Course with code : ME407 MECHATRONICS
Offering Department : Mechanical Engineering
Semester &Programme (Branch) : S7 Mechanical Engineering
Course Instructor, Department : Tony K.P., Dept. of Mechanical Engineering
Name & Designation of Stream Coordinator : Tony K.P.
Academic Year
: 2021-22
Type of the Course Content* : Introductory
Course project linked (Y/N) :N
{* 1.Introductory 2.Theoretical 3.Problematic 4.Analytical 5.Programming 6.Simulation
7.Designing 8.Practical/implementation}

1. Course Overview:
Mechatronics is the field of study concerned with the design, selection, analysis, and
control of systems that combine mechanical elements with electronic components,
including computers and/or microcontrollers. Mechatronics topics involve elements from
mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science, and the subject
matter is directly related to advancements in computer technology.

Figure 1. Aerial Euler diagram from RPI’s (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute) website
describes the fields that make up mechatronics

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The word mechatronics originated in Japanese-English and was created by Tetsuro

Mori, an engineer of Yaskawa Electric Corporation. The word mechatronics was
registered as trademark by the company in Japan with the registration number of
"46-32714" in 1971. However, afterward the company released the right of using the
word to public, the word begun being used across the world. Nowadays, the word is
translated into many languages and the word is considered as an essential term for
industry.
A block diagram of a typical mechatronic system is shown in the following figure 2

Figure 2. Typical components of a mechatronics system

A mechatronic system has at its core a mechanical system which needs to be
commandedor controlled. Such a system could be a vehicle braking system, a
positioningtable, an oven, or an assembly machine. The controller needs information
aboutthe state of the system. This information is obtained from variety of sensors, suchas
those that give proximity, velocity, temperature, or displacement information. Inmany
cases, the signals produced by the sensors are not in a form ready to be readby the
controller and need some signal conditioning operations performed onthem. The
conditioned, sensed signals are then converted to a digital form (if notalready in that
form) and presented to the controller.
The controller is the ‘mind’ of the mechatronic system, which processes
usercommands and sensed signals to generate command signals to be sent to the
actuatorsin the system. The user commands are obtained from a variety of
devices,including command buttons, graphical user interfaces (GUIs), touch screens,
orpads.
In many cases, the command signals to the actuators are first converted froma
digital to an analog form. Amplifiers implemented in the form of drivecircuits also can be
used to amplify the command signals sent to the actuators. Theactuator is the
mechanism that converts electrical signals into useful mechanical motion or action.

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2. Course Pre-Requisites: Nil

3. Course Syllabus:

Course Plan
End
Semester
Module Contents Hours
Exam
Marks
Introduction to Mechatronics: Structure of
Mechatronics system. Sensors - Characteristics -
Temperature, flow, pressure sensors. Displacement,
position and proximity sensing by magnetic, optical,
I ultrasonic, inductive, capacitive and eddy current 8 15%
methods. Encoders: incremental and absolute, gray
coded encoder. Resolvers and synchros. Piezoelectric
sensors. Acoustic Emission sensors. Principle and
types of vibration sensors.
Actuators: Hydraulic and Pneumatic actuators -
Directional control valves, pressure control valves,
process control valves. Rotary actuators. Development
II 7 15%
of simple hydraulic and pneumatic circuits using
standard Symbols.

Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS): Fabrication:

Deposition, Lithography, Micromachining methods for
III MEMS, Deep Reactive Ion Etching (DRIE) and LIGA 6 15%
processes. Principle, fabrication and working of MEMS
based pressure sensor, accelerometer and gyroscope
Mechatronics in Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
machines: Design of modern CNC machines -
Mechatronics elements - Machine structure: guide ways,
drives. Bearings: anti-friction bearings, hydrostatic
bearing and hydrodynamic bearing. Re-circulating ball
screws, pre-loading methods. Re-circulating roller
IV screws. Typical elements of open and closed loop 8 15%
control systems. Adaptive controllers for machine tools.
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) –Basic structure,
input/ output processing. Programming: Timers, Internal
Relays, Counters and Shift registers. Development of
simple ladder programs for specific purposes.

V System modeling - Mathematical models and basic 6 20%

building blocks of general mechanical, electrical, fluid
and thermal systems.
Mechatronics in Robotics-Electrical drives: DC, AC,
brushless, servo and stepper motors. Harmonic drive.
Force and tactile sensors. Range finders: ultrasonic and

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light based range finders

Robotic vision system - Image acquisition: Vidicon,
charge coupled device (CCD) and charge injection device
(CID) cameras. Image processing techniques: histogram
processing: sliding, stretching, equalization and
VI thresholding. 7 20%
Case studies of Mechatronics systems: Automatic
camera, bar code reader, pick and place robot,
automatic car park barrier system, automobile engine
management system.

4. Course Objectives:
I. To introduce the features of various sensors used in CNC machines and robots
II. To study the fabrication and functioning of MEMS pressure and inertial sensors
III. To enable development of hydraulic/pneumatic circuit and PLC programs for
simple applications

5. Course Outcomes:
After the completion of this course, students shall be able to:

CO No. Course Outcome Knowledge Level

Explain the principle of operation of the Temperature,

CO1 K2
flow, and pressure sensors

Interpret system drawings, for sequential control

CO 2 systems involving hydraulic/pneumatic directional K2
control valves and cylinders
Summarize principle, fabrication and working of MEMS
CO 3 K2
based pressure sensor, accelerometer and gyroscope

Illustrate the mechatronic elements of the CNC machines

CO 4 K2
such as Machine structure, bearings and PLC

Interrelate aspects of industrial automation in using

CO 5 K2
robots

Interpret the integration of the different components of

CO 6 a mechatronic system such as sensors, actuators, K2
amplifiers, interface circuits, and controlsoftware

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6. CO-PO and CO-PSO mapping:

PO&
PSO
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12 PSO1 PSO2
CO
1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1
2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1
3 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1
4 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1
5 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1
6 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1

1-Slightly, 2-Moderately, 3-Strongly

7. CO – PO, PSO MAPPING JUSTIFICATION

Program
CO Outcome & LEVEL JUSTIFICATION
PSO
Able to apply engineering fundamentals to the solution of
PO1 H
complex engineering problems
Able to analyze complex engineering problems reaching
PO2 H substantiated conclusions using first principles of engineering
sciences
Beginner level ability to comprehend and write effective
CO
reports and design documentation, make effective
1 PO10 L
presentations, and give and receive clear instructions with
the engineering community.
Able to analyze basic/advanced mechanical systems using
PSO1 M
relevant tools and techniques
Able to organize a process or activity using engineering and
PSO2 M
management knowledge
CO Able to apply engineering fundamentals to the solution of
PO1 H
2 complex engineering problems
Able to analyze complex engineering problems reaching
PO2 H substantiated conclusions using first principles of engineering
sciences
Able to provide design solutions for complex engineering
PO3 L
problems at a beginner level
Beginner level ability to comprehend and write effective
reports and design documentation, make effective
PO10 L
presentations, and give and receive clear instructions with
the engineering community.
PSO1 M Able to analyze basic/advanced mechanical systems using

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relevant tools and techniques

Able to organize a process or activity using engineering and
PSO2 M
management knowledge
Able to apply engineering fundamentals to the solution of
PO1 H
complex engineering problems
Able to analyze complex engineering problems reaching
PO2 H substantiated conclusions using first principles of engineering
sciences
Able to provide design solutions for complex engineering
PO3 L
problems at a beginner level
Beginner level ability to function effectively as an individual,
CO PO9 L and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in
3 multidisciplinary settings
Beginner level ability to comprehend and write effective
reports and design documentation, make effective
PO10 L
presentations, and give and receive clear instructions with
the engineering community.
Able to analyze basic/advanced mechanical systems using
PSO1 M
relevant tools and techniques
Able to organize a process or activity using engineering and
PSO2 M
management knowledge
Able to apply engineering fundamentals to the solution of
PO1 H
complex engineering problems
Able to analyze complex engineering problems reaching
PO2 H substantiated conclusions using first principles of engineering
sciences
Able to provide design solutions for complex engineering
PO3 L
problems at a beginner level
CO
Beginner level ability to comprehend and write effective
4
reports and design documentation, make effective
PO10 L
presentations, and give and receive clear instructions with
the engineering community.
Able to analyze basic/advanced mechanical systems using
PSO1 M
relevant tools and techniques
Able to organize a process or activity using engineering and
PSO2 M
management knowledge
Able to apply engineering fundamentals to the solution of
PO1 H
complex engineering problems
Able to analyze complex engineering problems reaching
PO2 H substantiated conclusions using first principles of engineering
CO sciences
5 Able to provide design solutions for complex engineering
PO3 L
problems at a beginner level
Beginner level ability to function effectively as an individual,
PO9 L and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in
multidisciplinary settings

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Beginner level ability to comprehend and write effective

reports and design documentation, make effective
PO10 L
presentations, and give and receive clear instructions with
the engineering community.
Beginner level ability to engage in independent and life-long
PO12 L
learning in the broadest context of technological change
Able to analyze basic/advanced mechanical systems using
PSO1 M
relevant tools and techniques
Able to organize a process or activity using engineering and
PSO2 M
management knowledge
Able to apply engineering fundamentals to the solution of
PO1 H
complex engineering problems
Able to analyze complex engineering problems reaching
PO2 H substantiated conclusions using first principles of engineering
sciences
Able to provide design solutions for complex engineering
PO3 L
problems at a beginner level
Beginner level ability to function effectively as an individual,
CO PO9 L and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in
6 multidisciplinary settings
Beginner level ability to comprehend and write effective
reports and design documentation, make effective
PO10 L
presentations, and give and receive clear instructions with
the engineering community.
Able to analyze basic/advanced mechanical systems using
PSO1 M
relevant tools and techniques
Able to organize a process or activity using engineering and
PSO2 M
management knowledge

8. Gaps in the syllabus:

Sl. No Description Proposed Actions PO affected

9. Content beyond Syllabus: To meet Research/ Industry/ Professional

Requirements
Sl. Description Relevant COs, POs
No

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10.Schedule for implementation of the course:

Module No.1 ; Contact Hours required: 8

Topics and Course Learning

Class Reference
Subtopics Outcome Activities
Introduction to After the Module Test Bolton W. –
Mechatronics: completion of this Mechatronics:
1 Structure of course, students Electronic
Mechatronics shall be able to Control Systems
system explain the in Mechanical
Sensors - principle of and Electrical
2 Characteristics operation of the Engineering-
Temperature, flow, Pearson
Temperature, and pressure Education Ltd.
3 flow, pressure sensors
sensors
Displacement,
position and
proximity sensing
4 by magnetic,
optical and
ultrasonic
methods

Displacement,
position and
proximity sensing
5 by inductive,
capacitive and
eddy current
methods

Encoders:
incremental and
absolute, gray
6 coded encoder.
Resolvers and
synchros.
7 Piezoelectric
sensors. Acoustic
Emission sensors

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Principle and
8 types of vibration
sensors

Module No.2 ; Contact Hours required: 7

9 Actuators
Hydraulic and
10 Pneumatic
actuators
Directional Bolton W. –
11 After the
control valves Mechatronics:
pressure control completion of this
12 Electronic
valves coursestudents
Control Systems
shall be able to,
process control Assignment 1 in Mechanical
13 Distinguish drive
valves and Electrical
methods and
14 Rotary actuators Engineering-
amplifiers for
Pearson
Development of different actuators
Education Ltd.
simple hydraulic
15 and pneumatic
circuits using
standard Symbols

Module No.3 ; Contact Hours required: 6

Micro Electro After the Module Test Vijay K. Varadan
Mechanical completion of this – Smart
Systems (MEMS): coursestudents Materials
16
Fabrication: shall be able Systems and
Deposition, to,Summarize MEMS: Design
Lithography principle, and
fabrication and Development
Micromachining
working of MEMS Methodologies-
17 methods for
based pressure John Wiley and
MEMS
sensor, Sons
Deep Reactive Ion accelerometer and
Etching (DRIE) gyroscope
18
and LIGA
processes
Principle,
fabrication and
19 working of MEMS
based pressure
sensor
20 Principle,
fabrication and

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working of MEMS
based
accelerometer
Principle,
fabrication and
21
working of MEMS
based gyroscope
Module No.4 ; Contact Hours required: 8
Mechatronics in
Computer
Numerical
Control (CNC)
22 machines: Design
of modern CNC
machines -
Mechatronics
elements

Machine
structure: guide
ways, drives.
Bearings: anti-
23 friction bearings,
hydrostatic
bearing and
hydrodynamic
bearing. HMT-
After the
completion of this Assignment 2 Mechatronics-
coursestudents McGraw Hill
Re-circulating ball shall be able to
screws, pre- Illustrate the
24 loading methods. mechatronic
Re-circulating elements of the
roller screws CNC machines such
as Machine
Typical elements structure, bearings
of open and and PLC
25
closed loop
control systems.
Adaptive
26 controllers for
machine tools.
Programmable
Logic Controllers
27
(PLC) –Basic
structure, input/

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output
processing.
Programming:
Timers, Internal
28 Relays, Counters
and Shift
registers.
Development of
simple ladder
29
programs for
specific purposes
Module No.5 ; Contact Hours required: 6
Mathematical
models and basic
building blocks of
30 general
mechanical and
electrical systems
1. Bolton W. –
Mathematical Mechatronics:
models and basic Electronic
31 building blocks of Control Systems
fluid and thermal in Mechanical
systems and Electrical
After the
Mechatronics in Engineering-
completion of this
Robotics- Pearson
32 course students
Electrical drives: Education Ltd.
shall be able to
DC & AC motors Module Test
interrelate aspects
Mechatronics in 2. Saeed B.
of industrial
Robotics- Niku-
automation in
Electrical drives: Introduction to
33 using robots
brushless, servo robotics:
and stepper Analysis,
motors Systems and
Harmonic drive. Applications-
34 Force and tactile Pearson
sensors Education
Range finders:
ultrasonic and
light based range
35
finders

Module No.6 ; Contact Hours required: 7

36 Robotic vision After the Saeed B. Niku-
system - Image completion of this Introduction to
acquisition coursestudents robotics:

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Vidicon, charge
coupled device
37 (CCD) and charge
injection device
(CID) cameras
Image processing
38
techniques
histogram
processing:
sliding,
39
stretching,
shall be able to
equalization and
interpret the
thresholding.
integration of the
Case studies of
different
Mechatronics Analysis,
components of a
systems: Systems and
mechatronicsystem
Automatic Applications-
such as sensors,
camera, bar code Pearson
actuators,
40 reader Education
amplifiers,
Case studies of
interface circuits,
Mechatronics
and
systems -pick and
controlsoftware
place robot

Case studies of
Mechatronics
systems:
41
automatic car
park barrier
system
Engine
42 management
system.

Learning Activities:
Lecture:
I. Black Board Teaching
II. Smart Class Teaching

Tutorials:

A. Assignment Test
B. Quiz
C. Presentation
D. Group Discussion
E. Think Pair Share etc.

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11. Grading Policy:

Internal Assessment Test 1 20 Marks

Internal Assessment Internal Assessment Test 2 20 Marks 40 Marks

Marks(50) Assignment/Tutorial/Course Project 5 Marks
(to be freezed before Test 1) 10 Marks
Assignment/Tutorial/Course Project 5 Marks
(to be freezed before Test 2)

12.Course Project and Assessment: Nil

13.Ethical Policy and Assessment:

A. General Ethics:
To accept responsibility in making decisions consistent with the safety, health and
welfare of the public, and to disclose promptly factors that might endanger the
public or the environment.
B. Subject Specific:
All Ethical Policies followed in the Department of Mechanical Engineering will be
followed throughout the conduct of this course.

14.Modifications made from the last version of CDM:

Name and Signature of the Course Instructor: Tony K P

Date:

Comments by the Stream Coordinator:

Name and Signature of the Stream Coordinator: Date:

Name and Signature of the IQAC Coordinator: Date:

Name and Signature of the HOD: Date:

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ANNEXURES
Program Outcomes as defined by NBA (PO)

Engineering Graduates will be able to:

1. Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering

fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex
engineering problems.
2. Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze
complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first
principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
3. Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering
problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs

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with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural,
societal, and environmental considerations.
4. Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and
research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of
data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
5. Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and
modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modelling to complex
engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
6. The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to
assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent
responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
7. Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional
engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the
knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
8. Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities
and norms of the engineering practice.
9. Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or
leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
10. Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the
engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend
and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations,
and give and receive clear instructions.
11. Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the
engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a
member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary
environments.
12. Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to
engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of
technological change.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSOs)

1. The mechanical engineering graduates will be able to analyze basic/advanced

mechanical systems using relevant tools and techniques
2. The mechanical engineering graduates will be able to organize a process or activity
using engineering and management knowledge

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