Showing papers on "Mechatronics published in 1976"

The growing algebraic presence in systems engineering: An introduction

Abstract: A great deal of what systems engineers do is rooted firmly in the concepts of modern algebra. Despite this fact, however, systems manipulations have often been carried out with little or no awareness of their basic algebraic nature. However, recent years have witnessed a growing cognizance of the intrinsic presence of algebra in systems theory, and this recognition has led not just to further understanding of problems already solved but to unforeseen solutions of problems unsolved by the older, less formal methods. This paper is intended to introduce the art of recognizing the sorts of issues which may be clarified and resolved through the application of modern algebra. Among the topics discussed are modules, quotients, and tensors, together with illustrative applications.

A real time computer systems course for engineers

Abstract: This paper describes a new lecture/laboratory course being developed at The University of Michigan to provide students with technical knowledge and experience in incorporating computing elements into engineering designs and control systems. The course, intended for students with minimal computer background (e.g. one higher level language course), seeks to expose students to: the significance of various computer architectures to real time operations; software considerations to real time applications; interrupts and device handling; A/D and D/A conversation techniques; computer to computer communication; and an introducation to digital process control. A laboratory, composed of three LSI-11 microcomputer systems and hardware necessary to connect these to external devices, provides students with hands-on experience in the application of these topics. Laboratory emphasis is on use of computers as elements in control systems.