Future Careers in Mechatronics and Control Systems文档.ppt

Future Careers in Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, and Control Future Careers in Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, and Control 2002 Control Awareness Days Las Vegas, Nevada December 11, 2002 Future Careers in Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, and Control Mark W. Spong Coordinated Science Laboratory University of Illinois Urbana, IL 61801 Embedded Systems A combination of hardware and software which together form a component of a larger machine. An embedded system is designed to run on its own without human intervention, and may be required to respond to events in real time. Embedded systems are used in industrial machines, automobiles, medical equipment, cameras, household appliances, airplanes, vending machines, cellular phone, PDA’s, toys and many other devices. According to the National Research Council, Information technology (IT) is on the verge of another revolution. The use of Embedded [Networked] Systems throughout society could well dwarf previous milestones in the information revolution. These systems of embedded computers have the potential to change radically the way people interact with their environment by linking together a range of devices and sensors that will allow information to be collected, shared, and processed in unprecedented ways”. * Mechatronics Definition: Mechatronics is the synergistic combination of precision mechanical engineering, electronic controls and systems engineering in the design of products and processes Mechatronics is “Putting Intelligence onto Physical Systems”. Embedded sensors/actuators/processors are integral parts of mechatronic systems Controls Mechanics Sensors Electronics Software * Let’s look at some examples of mechatronic systems Automotive Systems Drive by Wire Camless Engines Robotics Humanoids Telemedicine/Remote Surgery An Air Hockey Playing Robot * Automotive Systems:Technology in today’s vehicle Adaptive Cruise Control Drive by wire XM Satellite Radio Telematics (OnStar) Software drivetrain Software