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Physical and Mathematical Modeling
Instructions and Introductory Video
2 Topics
Modeling in Modern Engineering (Video)
Module 1 Instructions (PDF)
Main Notes
13 Topics
1a-Introduction to Mechatronics Innovation and Modeling (Video)
1b-Introduction to Mechatronics Innovation and Modeling (PDF)
2-ESI and Problem Solving Processes (Video)
3a-Physical and Mathematical Modeling General Concepts (Video)
3b-Physical and Mathematical Modeling General Concepts (PDF)
4a-Mechanical and Electrical System Modeling Examples (Video)
4b-Mechanical and Electrical System Modeling Examples (PDF)
5a-Introduction to Simulink and LabVIEW (Video)
5b-Introduction to Simulink and LabVIEW (PDF)
6a-Dynamic System Response Essentials (Video)
6b-Dynamic System Response Essentials (PDF)
7-Standard Models for Dynamic Systems (PDF)
7a-Control Design and Implementation Case Study (Video)
Supplementary Notes
10 Topics
1-Engineering System Investigation Process (PDF)
2a-Disk + Bar Dynamic System Investigation Case Study (Video)
2b-Disk + Bar Dynamic System Investigation Case Study (PDF)
3a-Baseball Trajectory Problem Solving & Simulink (Video)
3b-Baseball Trajectory Problem Solving & Simulink (PDF)
4a-Spring Pendulum Simulink Tutorial (Video)
4b-Spring Pendulum LabVIEW Tutorial (Video)
5a-Mechanical Modeling Problems with Solutions (PDF)
5b-Electrical Modeling Problems with Solutions (PDF)
6-Physical and Mathematical Modeling Module Readings (PDF)
Basic Project
3 Topics
Magnetic Levitation System Build Instructions (Video)
Magnetic Levitation System Build Instructions (PDF)
Physical Modeling of Magnetic Levitation System (PDF)
Advanced Project
1 Topic
Physical Modeling of an Insect Leg (PDF)
Mechanical Systems
Basic Notes
21 Topics
1-ESI and Problem Solving Processes (Video)
2a-Planar Dynamics Basics (Video)
2b-Planar Dynamics Basics (PDF)
2c-Velocity and Acc of a Point (Video)
2d -Velocity and Acc of a Point (PDF)
3a-Disk + Bar Dynamic System Investigation Case Study (Video)
3b -Disk + Bar Dynamic System Investigation Case Study (PDF)
4a -Mechanical System Modeling Basics (PDF)
4b -Mechanical Modeling Problems with Solutions (PDF)
5a – Simple Pendulum Simulink Tutorial (Video)
5b -Simple Pendulum LabVIEW Tutorial (Video)
5c – Spring Pendulum Simulink Tutorial (Video)
6 -Motion Transformers with Problems and Solutions (PDF)
7 – Parasitic Effects (PDF)
8a – Mechanical Vibrations Introduction (Video)
8b – Mechanical Vibrations Introduction (PDF)
8c – Free Vibration and Problems with Solutions (Video)
8d – Forced Vibration and Problems with Solutions (Video)
8e – Two DOF Problem Solutions (PDF)
8f – Spring Pendulum Investigation Simulink (Video)
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Advanced Notes
12 Topics
1a – Rigid Body Dynamics Fundamentals Newton Euler (PDF)
1b – 3D Dynamics Problems Newton Euler with Solutions (PDF)
2a -Rigid Body Dynamics Fundamentals Variational Approach (PDF)
2b -Lagrange’s Equation (PDF)
2c -Dynamics Problems Variational Approach with Solutions (PDF)
3 – Kane’s Method
4 – Motion Profile and Trajectory Planning (PDF)
5a – Introduction to Planar Mechanisms and the Vector-Loop Method (PDF)
5b – Four Bar Linkage Presentation (PDF)
5c – Mechanism Analysis (PDF)
5d – Mechanism Synthesis (PDF)
6 – H-Bot Mechatronic Model-Based Design (PDF)
Electromagnetic Systems
Electrical Circuits and Electronics
15 Topics
2-Resistor Module (Video)
2-Resistor Module (PDF)
3-Capacitor Module (PDF)
4-RC Networks Module (PDF)
5-Inductor Module (PDF)
7-Op-Amps Module (Video)
7-Op-Amps Module (PDF)
8-Filters Module (Video)
8-Filters Module (PDF)
9-Diode Module (PDF)
10-MOSFET Module (Video)
10-MOSFET Module (PDF)
11-PWM Module (Video)
11-PWM Module (PDF)
12-H-Bridge Module (PDF)
Electrodynamics
5 Topics
1-EM Spectrum Booklet NASA (PDF)
2-Maxwell’s Equations (PDF)
6-Solenoid Modeling Notes (PDF)
7-Analysis of Magnetic Bearings F Stolfi (PDF)
8-Electromechanical Problems and Solutions (PDF)
Fluid Power Systems
Main Notes
14 Topics
1-Fluid Power Video – A Force for Change (Video)
2-The Hidden Giant (PDF)
3-Fluid Power Systems & Control Introduction (PDF)
4a-Introduction to Fluid Power (Video)
4b-Introduction to Fluid Power (PDF)
5-Fluid Power System Fundamentals with Solutions (PDF)
6a-Pneumatic IP Case Study (PDF)
6b-Pneumatic IP (Video)
7-Introduction to MatLab Simscape Fluids (PDF)
8-Fluid Power System Investigation Case Study (PDF)
9a-Hydraulic Valves Introduction (PDF)
9b-Directional Control Valves (PDF)
9c-Pressure Relief Valves (PDF)
9d-Proportional Valves (PDF)
Supplementary Notes
9 Topics
R1-Eaton Electronics for Hydraulics Engineers (PDF)
R2-Festo Hydraulic Systems (PDF)
R3-Hydraulic Control Systems 1967 Merritt (PDF)
R4-Fox McDonald 6th Edition (PDF)
R5-Fluid Power in Best Practice Bosch (PDF)
R6-Fluid Power System Dynamics U Minn (PDF)
R7-Electrohydraulic Steering System ASME Paper (PDF)
R8-Caterpillar Hydraulics Solutions (PDF)
R9-Bulk Modulus- What is it- When is it Important (PDF)
Sensors and Actuators
Control System
Main Notes
20 Topics
1a-21st Century Control Design (PDF)
1b-Some Key Fundamentals of Classical Control (PDF)
2a-Feedback Control System Basics (Video)
2b-Feedback Control System Basics (PDF)
2c-Feedback Control System Basics R1 (PDF)
3a-Root Locus Analysis and Design (PDF)
3b-Root Locus Design Problems (PDF)
4a-Frequency Response Analysis and Design (PDF)
4b-Frequency Response Design Problems (PDF)
5a-SISO Tool (Video)
5b-SISO Tool (PDF)
6a-State Space Control Design (PDF)
6b-Control Law Design with Full-State Feedback Problems (PDF)
6c-Control Law Design with Full-State Feedback Problems Solutions (PDF)
7a-Control Design and Implementation Case Study (Video)
7b-Control Design and Implementation Case Study (PDF)
8-Acceleration Feedback (PDF)
9-Observers in Control Systems (PDF)
10-Adaptive Control (PDF)
11-Loop Shaping (PDF)
Supplementary Notes
7 Topics
A Simple Controller Tuning Example (PDF)
Control Design Comprehensive Assignment (PDF)
First-Order Process with Time Delay (PDF)
Hard Disk Drive Presentation (PDF)
Liquid Level Control Example (PDF)
Magnetic Levitation System (PDF)
Pneumatic IP Case Study (PDF)
Mechatronic System Design
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