Mechatronics 1: Week 8 - Control Systems and Feedback

Control Systems: Making Mechatronics Intelligent

This week, we delve into the heart of intelligent mechatronic behavior: control systems. These systems are responsible for ensuring that a device or process operates precisely as intended, adapting to changes and disturbances. Understanding control theory is crucial for designing autonomous and high-performance mechatronic products.

Interactive Sandbox: Motor Speed Control

Simulate a closed-loop system attempting to maintain a desired motor speed. Adjust the 'Desired Speed' (setpoint) and observe how the 'Actual Speed' and 'Control Output' (motor power) respond. This demonstrates a basic Proportional (P) control action.

Control Panel

Desired Speed (RPM): Desired: 50 RPM

Actual Speed: 0 RPM

Error: 0 RPM

Control Output (Motor Power): 0 %

Pseudo-Code (P-Controller):

Motor Visualizer

Stopped

Practice Problems

Test your understanding with these problems from the course notes. Click "Show Answer" to reveal the detailed solution.

Quiz

Challenge your knowledge with these multiple-choice questions. Select your answer and click 'Check Answer'.