units
TRC3200
Faculty of Engineering
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Faculty
Coordinator(s)
tba (Clayton); Dr Madhavan Shanmugavel (Malaysia)
Instruction on the basics of dynamics of mechatronic systems, incorporating electromagnetics into advanced dynamics analysis via D'Lambert's principle, Hamiton's equations and the virtual power (Jourdain/Kane) method. Focus on applications of dynamics in mechatronics, with kinematics and dynamics of robotic structures, magnetoelectromechanical transducers (motors, speakers, vibration sensors, and so on). Consideration of the inevitable and critical consequences of nonlinearities in dynamic response, including limit cycles and Poincar maps and flows. Reinforcement of concepts using computer analysis on simple mechatronic systems.
Students are to gain the ability to model the dynamics of systems incorporating mechanical, electrical, magnetic, and other forms of energy storage and interaction, with consideration of the consequences of nonlinear behaviour. Computational work will provide the student with a reinforced understanding of mechatronic dynamics.
Examination (3 hours): 70%
Laboratory work: 20%
Written assignments:10%.
Students are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final examination component and an overall mark of 50% to achieve a pass grade in the unit. Students failing to achieve this requirement will be given a maximum of 45% in the unit.
3 hours lectures, 3 hours laboratory/tutorial classes and six hours of private study per week
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