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mechatronics

mechatronics

1 5.5
The study of making smart machines that combine moving parts, electronics, and computers
  • noun
  • /ˌmɛkəˈtrɒnɪks/
  • Specialized
: mecatrónica
  • Students in the mechatronics program learn how to integrate mechanical systems with electronics and software.
  • robotics and mechatronics

Examples

  • The program has several innovative features, such as courses on state-of-the-art topics (mechatronics and consumer product design), industry-sponsored projects, and hands-on techniques.

    Academic text (2003)
  • Today, smart mechatronics automatically load, center, and eject parts.

    Academic text (2012)
  • Robot industry companies and institutions will attend the 'Mechatronics Forum & Robot's Night.'

    Blog text (26)
  • They also approach the programming and mechatronics aspects of mechanical engineering differently.

    Academic text (2009)
  • Ume has contributed greatly to the pioneering and education of mechatronics throughout the United States.

    Academic text (2003)
  • His expertise ranges from robotics and mechatronics to engineering ethics and nanotechnology.

    Academic text (2011)
  • Mark L. Nagurka, P.E., is a dedicated educator and active researcher with expertise in mechatronics.

    Academic text (2001)
  • Another benefit of the demonstration device is that it can be used as a laboratory experiment for the mechatronics course at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to illustrate the fundamentals of computer-controlled hydraulics.

    Academic text (1995)
  • The mechatronics engineer designed an automated assembly line that uses robotics and sensors to improve efficiency.

  • The new mechatronics system was capable of assembling complex products with precision and speed.

Synonyms

engineering
vsmechatronics
  • Specialized
526 3.7

Work that uses science to design and build machines, structures, or systems

focuses on combining mechanics, electronics, and computing to create advanced systems

Surface Forms

mechatronics singular
mechatronics plural

Morphology

mechatronics = mechanics + electronics (opaque) = mecha + tronics

The term 'mechatronics' is a blend of 'mechanics' and 'electronics', but the specific field it refers to is not directly derivable from its parts.

Etymology

Mechatronics comes from joining mechanical ('machine, moving parts') and electronics ('electrical parts and computers'). So mechatronics is the engineering field that joins machines, electronics and computers to build robots and other smart systems.