Mechatronics Technology

Mechatronics Technology is a growing industry that incorporates mechanical and electronic components operated by a control system. At Clark College, the Mechatronics Technology program promotes practical and hands on experience, teaching current concepts and technology standards. Mechatronic students are required to read comprehensive materials, think analytically, and practice mathematical skills.

A crucial role that academic libraries fulfill is supporting college programs, such as, the Mechatronics Technology program. Part of the provisions provided to the campus community is collection development through purchasing new resources. Listed below are new Mechatronic Books that are located at the CTC iCommons, a branch of Clark College Libraries.

Fluid Power: Hydraulics and Pneumatics, Lab Workbook, by James R. Daines

This introductory text presents the fundamentals of hydraulic and pneumatic components, circuits, and systems. Readers are taken through illustrated pages and activities that help individuals understand mathematical formulas, physics principles, and scientific principles.

Mechatronic Futures: Challenges and Solutions for Mechatronic Systems and Their Designers, edited by Peter Hehenberger and David A. Bradley.

Inspired by a previous published book, Mechatronics in Action, the 2016 edition of Mechatronic Futures: Challenges and Solutions for Mechatronic Systems and Their Designers, addresses the issues and challenges impacting the future of mechatronic systems. Instructors may read about potential developments within the profession and integrate the concepts into course designs. Among the topics covered are modeling, privacy, and ethics.

Intelligent Mechatronic Systems: Modeling, Control and Diagnosis by Rochdi Merzouki

The resource develops the understanding of mechatronic systems through detailed descriptions of mathematical models, design, and physical relationships. Key concepts are addressed, including the different means of achieving fault tolerance, force, overwhelming control, and impedance control. Among the topics covered are multibody dynamics, micro-electromechanical systems, vehicle systems, robotics, and intelligent transportation systems.

Elements of Electricity by Anthony Zeleny

A reproduction of the original text has been a long standing reference. Valued by scholars, the work has been included in the public domain of the United States and may be used as an open resource to copy and distribute.

Mechatronics: Fundamentals and Applications, edited by Clarence W. De Silva, Farbod Khoshnoud, Maoqing Li, and Saman K. Halgamuge.

Written by individuals who participated in the Distinguished Visiting Fellowship of the Royal Academy of Engineering, the publication covers the fundamentals and application of mechatronic devices and systems. A historical account is given of the discipline of mechatronics. An emphasis is placed on the topics of modeling and analytical formations, simulation methods, design approaches, control techniques, practical tools; plus, developing systems and applications. Informative examples of various case studies are also included in the text.

Mechatronic Futures: Challenges and Solutions for Mechatronic Systems and Their Designers, edited by Peter Hehenberger and David A. Bradley. The book is devoted to new mechatronic developments and the challenges that face contemporary issues. Recent advancements in control, automation, robotics, and measuring techniques are presented by professionals in the field with solutions and applications.

Automotive Mechatronics: Automotive Networking, Driving Stability Systems, Electronics, edited by Konrad Reif. Operational and practical issues of automotive technology advancements are introduced in the text. Detailed information is given for sensors, acceleration, speed, pressure, temperature, and fluids. Examples and principles are shown with the pages.