Description
Book SynopsisReflecting the transition from largely manual manufacturing methods to sophisticated automated procedures, the second edition of this text provides an updated guide to devices and automated systems - revealing developments in solid-state electronics, microminiaturization, computers, microprocessors, programmable controllers, and robotics.;The text examines automation procedures commonly used in manufacturing operations, including time, light, electrical power, numerical information, temperature, motion, weight, conductivity, viscosity, and pressure. It also presents presents detailed coverage of: the function of a load device in electrical power conversion; the difference between analog and digital quantities; controlling a manufacturing operation through timing mechanisms; the transmission path of an optoelectronic systems; open- and closed-loop motion control; devices used to achieve motion; major components of an industrial robot; applying systems concepts to temperature systems; an
Trade Review". . .covers a broad spectrum of topics. . .. . . .an excellent resource for all engineers. . ..a recommended addition to any engineer's library. "
---Journal of Electronic Packaging
Table of ContentsIndustrial electronic systems overview; industrial electronic sources and power supplies; amplification; operational amplifiers; thyristors and electronic switching devices; triacs and diacs; transducers and sensors; electrical power conversion; digital electronic systems; microprocessor systems; programmable logic controllers; controlling industrial manufacturing operations; timers; optoelectronic systems; thermal systems; motion control; industrial robots.
