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Embedded Systems,
Mechatronics, and Control
Mark W. Spong
Coordinated Science
Laboratory University of
Illinois
Urbana, IL 61801
Future Careers in Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, and Control
Embedded Systems
A combination of hardware and software which together form a
component of a larger machine. An embedded system is designed to
run on its own without human intervention, and may be required to
respond to events in real time. Embedded systems are used in
industrial machines, automobiles, medical equipment, cameras,
household appliances, airplanes, vending machines, cellular phone,
PDAs, toys and many other devices.
According to the National Research Council, Information technology (IT)
is on the verge of another revolution. The use of Embedded
[Networked] Systems throughout society could well dwarf previous
milestones in the information revolution. These systems of embedded
computers have the potential to change radically the way people
interact with their environment by linking together a range of devices
and sensors that will allow information to be collected, shared, and
processed in unprecedented ways.
Future Careers in Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, and Control
Mechatronics
Definition: Mechatronics is the synergistic combination of precision
mechanical engineering, electronic controls and systems
engineering in the design of products and processes
Mechatronics is Putting Intelligence onto Physical Systems.
Embedded sensors/actuators/processors are integral parts of
mechatronic systems
Mechanics Electronics
Controls
Sensors Software
Future Careers in Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, and Control
Automotive Systems:
Technology in todays vehicle
Robotics
Applications of Robotics
Telemedicine/Telesurgery
Unmanned vehicles
Humanoids
Manufacturing automation
Future Careers in Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, and Control
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Future Careers in Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, and Control
Summary
The combination of mechanics, electronics, computer hardware
and software, and control systems will revolutionize technology
in the coming decades
This revolution will create exciting career opportunities in:
Automotive and Aerospace Industries
Medicine and Biomedical Industries
Robotics and Automated Manufacturing
Computer Hardware and Software Industries
Telecommunication Industries
We need broadly educated engineers trained in multidisiplinary
systems engineering to take advantage of the exciting career
opportunities
Future Careers in Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, and Control
Good Luck !