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Important: Please be sure to read the [http://mechatronics.mech.northwestern.edu/mech-rules.pdf Rules for Using the Mechatronics Design Lab].
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Revision as of 10:25, 19 November 2007

The mechatronics design wiki provides reference material on the theory and applications of electronics, sensors, actuators, etc., for use in mechatronics-related research and projects. Practical applications often refer to equipment and supplies available in the Northwestern Mechatronics Design Lab.


Important: Please be sure to read the Rules for Using the Mechatronics Design Lab.




Design Competition Resources

(Articles of particular relevance to DC2007)

PIC Microcontrollers


e-puck Mobile Robot


Basic Electronics

Electronics

Analog and Digital chips


Sensors



Actuators


Mechanical Design

  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Failure Theories
    • Static Loading
    • Variable Loading and Fatigue
  • Fastening
    • Nuts and Bolts
    • Keys and Keyways
    • Press-fits
    • Set Screws
  • Support
  • Transmission
    • Rigid: Gears
    • Flexible: Belts, Chains
    • Motion Connection/Separation: Clutches, Brakes, Couplings
  • Linkages
    • Serial Chains
    • Parallel and Closed-Loop Chains
  • Other: springs/dampers, cams, etc.


The PC/104 Stack


xPC Target Real-Time Operating System


QNX Real-Time Operating System


Lab Supplies and Data Sheets


Vendors


Other Software


Other Lab Equipment


Course Material


Miscellaneous