AUTOMATED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
@
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
MARCH 2006
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Mechatronic technology is everywhere...
Photocopiers
Video
cameras
 aerospace
 automotive
Photocopiers
 chemical processing
 computers
ABS-brake
 communications
system
 electronics
 health care
 machine tools
 and others that involve mechanical, electronics
systems
engineering with computer interfacing.
Micropumps (Medical)
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Electronic fuel injection
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Mechatronic Systems
Definition of Mechatronics
Mechatronics is often defined as a
way of thinking or method and not as a
technology:
"Mechatronics is the synergistic combination of
precision mechanical engineering, electronic
control and systems thinking in the design of
products and processes"
(From "Mechatronics, Electronics in products and processes" Bradley, Dawson et. al, Chapman and Hall Verlag, London
1991)
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How can we define
Mechatronics?
Common definition:
Mechanical
Engineerin
g
Electronic
s
More precise...
Mechatronics
Mechanical Electronics
Informatics
Informatic
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Mechatronics
 is much more than a simple combination of 3 technical fields
 it is a way of thinking
 for which teamwork is essential
Mechatronics
Mechatronics
Mechanical Electronics
Training must therefore address
Informatics
 technical competence
Mechatronics
 personal competence
 team competence
Personal and team skills
in order to fulfill the demands placed by Mechatronics
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Automation Pyramid - Basic
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Basics:
Mathematics,
Physics,
Electricity,
Electronics
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Automation Pyramid - Technology Training
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Technologies:
Pneumatics,
Hydraulics,
Sensors,
PLC
Fieldbus
Electric Drives
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Automation Pyramid - Automation and Mechatronics
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Systems:
Commissioning
Troubleshooting
Programming
Planning
Organizing
Teamwork
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Automation Pyramid - Factory Automation & Logistics
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Processes:
Cell Controller
ERP
MES
Logistics
ERP: Enterprise Resource Program
MES: Manufacturing Executive
Software
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Bridge the Gap between Virtual and Reality
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Simulate actual machine operation while guaranteeing safety of students and equipment.
Troubleshooting mode allows the instructor to introduce faults and track student progress as they “repair” the machines.
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Turn your Machining program into a Manufacturing Facility
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Show how modern factories use CNC machines to make parts
Teach automated assembly procedures
Incorporate logistic control and order processing
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Training Concept
E-Learning for Basic Training
(from any remote site: home, school, industry)
CIM System for Hands-on Training
Simulation for Technology Learning
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LAN
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Blended Learning Scenario
Example using one station of the system
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Blended Learning Scenario – Example of 1 Station
E-Learning contents
For Distributing Station
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WBT Mechatronics
WBT Project
planning
WBT Electropneumatics
WBT Pneumatics
WBT Sensors
WBT Field bus
technology
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WBT Information
acquisition
Mech. Assistant
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Blended Learning Scenario – Example of 1 Station
Simulation with FluidSim
For Distributing Station
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Blended Learning Scenario – Example of 1 Station
Learning with Software
Before Hands-on Training with
the Hardware
Distribution
Station
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Blended Learning Scenario – Example of 1 Station
PLC Training with COSIMIR PLC
For Distributing Station
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Blended Learning Scenario – Example of 1 Station
Hands-on Training
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Multi FMS: Modular and Flexible Training System
3 Manufacturing
2 Processing
1 Single
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Blended Learning Scenario
Example with several MPS stations
Simulation software of the MPS line
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Blended Learning Scenario
Simulation software duplicates actual factory
system
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Please visit our website:
www.festo.com/didactic
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