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Micromechatronics: Nanotechnology, Microsystems & MEMS

Micromechatronics? We spoke with MEMS and mechatroncis expert, Tai-Ran Hsu, Prof. of Mechanical Engineering, San Jose State University to find out just what micromechatronics involves. More


Robots Conquer New Frontiers

Rich Litt is chairman of Genesis Systems Group, an Iowa-based system integrator. He is also president of the Robotic Industries Assn. In this Q & A he talks about the importance of robotics and mechatronics today. More

Study Finds Da Vinci Improves Bypass Surgery

This blog post examines the mechatronic da vinci surgical robot and how a new study reveals that robotic bypass surgery reduces recovery time, complications and cost. More

The Mechatronics of DARPA & JHU's Bionic Arm

The Johns Hopkins University, with DARPA and more than 30 companies have kicked-off a mission to develop the most advanced prosthetic arm to date. It's a huge mechatronic process. Check out this blog post. More

Robotic Highlights from the Hannover Fair

Robots are often referred to as the ultimate example of mechatronics and at the Hannover Fair this year, Robots certainly shared the limelight. Here are some videos and highlights. More

 
 

Fundamentals

Mechatronics Expo 2008

Register Now!  May 13th, 2008, Mechatronics Zone hosts Mechatronics EXPO in Santa Clara, CA.  Come learn the fundamentals of mechatronics and hear from academic and industry professionals in this all-day event. Free! More


Mechatronics Events

Up Next: May 13th, Mechatronics Zone hosts Mechatronics Expo 2008. Santa Clara, CA  FREE!  Register here:  http://www.designnews.com/mechatronicsexpo More

Components of a Mechatronic System

Everything you need for a complete mechatronic system, from actuators and digital control architecture to graphical displays. More

The Architecture of a Microcomputer

Where does mechatronics fit in with the architecture of a microcomputer?  and what tools are needed? Check out this diagram for help. More

Videos/Webcasts

LittleDog--Dynamic Locomotion

LittleDog is a quadruped robot for research on learning locomotion. Developed by Boston Dynamics,  LittleDog is much smaller than its brother BigDog, but has four legs, each powered by three electric motors.  With a large range of motion, the onboard PC-level computer does sensing, actuator control and communications.More

Modular Robot Reassembles Itself

Developed at UPENN, these 15 modules are arranged in groups of five, each of cluster has a module with a camera, blinking LED, and an accelerometer using magnets. The other 12 modules have an embedded computer, proximity sensors, and a servo motor that allows a rotational range of about 180 degrees.

Robotic Jellyfish

The waterborne AquaJelly makes use of mechatronic design practices, control strategies and actuation.

 

Circuits

Chopping the Noise Gain to Measure Op Amp in Real Time

A new method of chopping input noise allows you to measure an op amp's offset voltage in real time. More

Analog Circuit Provides Voltage Clipping and DC for Flash ADC

A dual-current-feedback-op-amp circuit performs voltage limiting and dc shifting for a sensitive flash ADC. More

Red LEDs Function as Light Sensors

You can build simple LED illuminators using the red LED to sense ambient-light level. More

 

Blogs

Dynamics: When Size Matters


Razvan Panaitescu
Latest Blog Post:
The "what-ifs" of mechatronics. What happens when you add dynamics, kinematics, statics, gravity, friction? Razvan explores.
Posted in: Let's talk Mechatronics | 04.15.2008 00:00.

The USA at War = Military Robotic Innovation


Stefan Wolpert
Latest Blog Post:
Much of the USA's history reflects great technological advances during times of duress like war. Developing the most mechatronic device to fight, investigate, cover rough terrain and survive explosions is a big deal these days. Stefan takes a look at recent groundbreaking tools.
Posted in: Mechatronics on Campus | 04.28.2008 00:00.

 
 

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