Introduces Robotics; Robot Systems Characteristics; Robot Motive Power Systems; Geometric

ENGR 450 Robotics

Introduces robotics; robot systems characteristics; robot motive power systems; geometric

structure of robots; sensors and feedback; control applications and algorithms;data acquisition and output actuation functions; robots and AI; microprocessor, applications. (3 credits) Alternate Fall

Prerequisites: ENGR 220 or permission of instructor

Textbook: Introduction to Mechatronics and Measurement System by David Alciatore & Michael Histand ISBN: 978-007-296305-2

Instructor: Dr. Matthew R. Stein, SE106 254-3489.

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COURSE OBJECTIVES:

This course will introduce students to the capabilities and the challenges of robotic devices. Students will become familiar with mechatronics principles of sensing and actuation. Students will develop robot programs for execution on a small mobile robot. Students will build their own actuators and sensors for the mobile robot for an in-class robot competition.

TOPICS COVERED:

1. Introduction to robots. Formal definition of a robot. Robots in use today. Current research topics.
2. Mechatronic principles. Electronic sensing of mechanical states and events. Electromechanical actuation, providing control and power to electric motors.
3. Computer integration and closed loop control. Signal transduction and conversion.
4. Software structures for real-time control. Loops and event programming.
5. Robust design for autonomous robots. Sensing and actuation principles and design axioms for robot performance.

Class Schedule: Class meets three times weekly for 50 minutes.

Contribution to the Professional Component:This course is an elective course in the Mechanical Engineering area. It is an advanced class engaging students in electronics and mechanical actuation and computer programming. Course includes significant laboratory component.

Relationship to Program Outcomes: As an upper-level elective course in the student’s academic program, this class responds to the following program outcomes;

a. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

b. an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data

c. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability

e. an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems

g. an ability to communicate effectively

i. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning

j. a knowledge of contemporary issues

k. an ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

Homework Format:

Most homework assignments will be submitted electronically through the Blackboard system. If necessary, you may bring assignments on electronic medium and directly transfer files to the instructor’s computer.

Assistance/Collaboration Policy:

Students are encouraged to seek assistance. No student seeking assistance will be turned away from my office if I am available. Forming study groups to work on assignments is highly encouraged. Direct copying, duplication, or submitting another’s work as your own is plagiarism and subject to disciplinary action.

School of Engineering Attendance and Lateness Policy:

Regular attendance in classes is required of all students. Because some absence is often unavoidable, all students are allowed three absences for whatever reason. Regardless of the reason, absence above three classes affects the final grade according to the following chart. There is no need to provide the instructor a note or excuse for any absence.

Unexcused absences:

Attendance is typically monitored using "sign-in sheets" for each class meeting. It is the responsibility of the student to sign-in during each class attended. A student is considered absent of his or her signature does not appear on the sign-in sheet. Forgery of signatures on sign-in sheets is a violation of university Academic Integrity Policies and subject to disciplinary action.

Tardiness: Each three instances of excessive tardiness (e.g. > 10 minutes) will count as one absence.

Late assignments: Assignments not submitted by the due date on Blackboard are late. A student may submit one assignment, up to two weeks late, per semester without penalty, and one assignment at any time for 50% credit.

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