UNIT 1: BASIC OF MECHATRONICS

LEAD-IN
1.1 Read the introduction to the subject of Mechatronics and fill the gaps in it with
the words from the box.

Answers:
1. natural
2. engineering
3. technologies
4. twentieth
5. mechatronics
LISTENING

1.2 Listen a presentation audio in mechatronics course and fill in the blanks box
Answers:
1. Mechanical 5. Redesign
2. Engineering 6. Microelectronics
3. A senior engineer 7. Realiability
4. Multi-disciplinary 8. Washing machines

READING
1.3 You are going to read a text about the basic definitions of mechatronics. For
statements 1-8, choose the correct mark T (true) or F (false) according to the
information given. Correct the false statements.

Answers:
1. T 4. T 7. F
2. F 5. F 8. T
3. T 6. F

VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR

1.4 Here are the basic terms of Unit 1 on the left. Match them with their definitions
on the right.
Answers:
1.B 2.C 3.E 4.A 5.D 6.F 7.H 8.J 9.G 10.I

1.5 Open the brackets in the following sentences and put the verb in the corre ct
passive form.
Answers:
1. were invented 2. Was developed 3. Are completely coupled 4. Was also being
developed 5. Was introduced, was granted.
1.6 Read the text below. Some lines contain a mistake. If there is a mistake in the line,
write it out in your paper and correct. If the line is correct, write ‘OK’. There is an
example at the beginning.
Answers:
1.included 2.OK 3. Is studied 4. OK 5. OK 6. Accepted 7.OK 8. Is known
9. Was rooted 10. OK 11. Be filled
SPEAKING
1.7 You are given 4 situations. Choose one of them and make a plan for its oral
presentation. Let it be of not less than 160-200 words.
1. You are a lecturer, who is teaching Mechatronics subject at University. Tell your student
about Yasawaka Electronics Company and its place in Mechatronics studying.
2. You are a student of Mechanical Engineering Faculty. Your home task was to find
information about main points in Mechatronics History.
3. What are some interesting research topics in mechatronics engineering? Tell about them
in details.
4. The figure below represents key elements of mechatronics. Study it and present briefly
on these aspects.

SELF STUDY SECTION

1.8 For Gaps 1-10, complete the following text by writing down each missing word.
Use only one word in each gap. The exercise begins with the example (0).
Answers:
1. be 2. By 3. And 4.for 5.will 6. When 7.of 8.such 9. Other 10.
may
1.9 For Gaps s 1-15, read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of
each line to form a word that fits in the space in the same line. Use the example at the
beginning.
Answers:
1. philosophical 2. Activities 3. Evolutionary 4. Revolutionary
5. Intergration 6. Mechanical 7.extent 8.various
9. characterizing 10. Physical 11. Actuators
12. contribute 13. Defined 14. Education 15.coverage
 UNIT 2: PHYSICAL SYSTEM MODELING

LEAD-IN
1.1 Study the following scheme of a classical mechatronic system. Then read the
text “ Ways of Integration” and put the abstract in the right order.
Answers:
1.E 2.B 3.A 4.D 5.F 6.C
LISTENING

1.2 Listen a presentation audio about mechatronics system and answer the
following question.

1. How many main technologies are integrated in a mechatronics system?

3 main technologies:
- Sensors and measurement systems,
- Drives and actuation systems
- Controlling system and software engineering.
2. List some elements of actuation systems: mechanical/pneumatics/Hydraulics

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3. List some elements of controlling systems: microprocessor/microcontroller/PLC
READING
1.3 You are going to read a magazine article about the functions of Mechatronic
systems. For each part of the article, choose the most suitable heading from the
list (A-F). There is one extra heading which you do not need to use. There is an
example at the beginning (0).
Answers:
1. F 2.B 3.C 4.E 5.A
VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR
1.4 Give names to the following things, units etc using information about
compound nouns
Answers:
1. Vehicle to vehicle communication is a wireless network where automobiles send
messages to each other with information about what they’re doing
2. the creative activity that forms technical solutions to curent problems
3. is a process of bringing together various types of organizations, substances, or
other agents so that they create a unified single system.
4. Software integration is the process of bringing together various types of software
sub-systems so that they create a unified single system.
5. The collection and manipulation of items of data to produce meaningful
information
6. an bioelectro-mechanical system: is the integration of mechanical elements,
sensors, actuators, and electronics suitable for biological applications.
7. embedded systems engineering: the branch of science and technology concerned
with a microprocessor- or microcontroller-based system of hardware and software
designed to perform dedicated functions within a larger mechanical or electrical
system.
8. a smart actuator defined as the integrated actuator of all components such as
motor, controller, sensors, and communication unit.

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9. engineering design process is a series of steps that engineers follow to find a
solution to a problem
10. a quantum computer: computer which makes use of the quantum states of
subatomic particles to store information.
SPEAKING
1.5 Make up dialogues using one of the situation given.
1. You are a student of Mechanical Faculty. You are asked to present on what a
sensor is used for. Choose one sensor and give a short explanation about its
functions.
2. You are a teacher of Mechatronics. Ask the student some questions to check his
understanding of the subject.

SELF STUDY SECTION

1.6 Study the figure below and for Questions 1-10, fill the gaps in the second
part of the text “Historical Development and Definition of Mechatronic
Systems”. Use not more than two words for each gap.
Answers:
1. reference variables 2.measured variables 3.information flow 4.
Manipulated variables 5.actuators 6. Monitored variables 7. Mechanical
8. electrical 9.thermal 10.energy converters
1.7 For Questions 1-10, read the text below. Use the word given in CAPITAL at
the end of each line to form a word that fits in the space in the same line. Use
the example at the beginning.
Answers:
1. designing 2.imbedding 3.sensors 4.limited 5.arranged 6. lead 7.
Larger 8. connections 9. possibilities 10.proper
1.8 Read the text about integration of information processing and for Questions
1-12, fill the gaps in it with the words from the box given below.

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 Answers:
1. software integration 2. control 3.influence 4.Online information
5. available signals 6. Problem solutions 7. algorithms 8. Equations
9. methods 10. Models 11. Performance criteria 12. Properties

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 UNIT 3: SENSORS AND ACTUATORS

LEAD-IN
1.1 Look at the names of sensors in the table and put it in the correct sentence

A. Flow Sensors G. Photoelectric sensors M. Humidity Sensors

B. Temperature Sensors H. Particle Sensors N. Force Sensors

C.Radiation Sensors I. Motion Sensors P. Vision and Imaging
Sensors
D. Proximity Sensors J. Metal Detectors
E. Pressure Sensors K. Level Sensors
F. Position Sensors L. Gas and Chemical Sensors

1. P. Vision and Imaging Sensors are electronic devices that detect the presence
of objects or colors within their fields of view and convert this information into a
visual image for display.
2. B. Temperature Sensors are electronic devices that detect thermal parameters
and provide signals to the inputs of control and display devices.
3. C.Radiation Sensors are electronic devices that sense the presence of alpha, beta,
or gamma particles and provide signals to counters and display devices.
4. D. Proximity Sensors are electronic devices used to detect the presence of nearby
objects through non-contacting means..
5. E. Pressure Sensors are electro-mechanical devices that detect forces per unit
area in gases or liquids and provide signals to the inputs of control and display
devices
6. F.Position Sensors are electronic devices used to sense the positions of valves,
doors, throttles, etc. and supply signals to the inputs of control or display devices.
7. G. Photoelectric sensors .are electrical devices that sense objects passing within
their field of detection, although they are also capable of detecting color, cleanliness,
and location if needed.

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8. H. Particle Sensors are electronic devices used to sense dust and other airborne
particulates and supply signals to the inputs of control or display devices.
9. I. Motion Sensors are electronic devices that can sense the movement or stoppage
of parts, people, etc. and supply signals to the inputs of control or display devices.
10. J. Metal Detectors are electronic or electro-mechanical devices used to sense
the presence of metal in a variety of situations ranging from packages to people
11 K. Level Sensors are electronic or electro-mechanical devices used for
determining the height of gases, liquids, or solids in tanks or bins and providing
signals to the inputs of control or display devices
12. M. Humidity Sensors are electronic devices that measure the amount of water
in the air and convert these measurements into signals that can be used as inputs to
control or display devices.
13. L. Gas and Chemical Sensors are fixed or portable electronic devices used to
sense the presence and properties of various gases or chemicals and relay signals to
the inputs of controllers or visual displays.
14. N. Force Sensors are electronic devices that measure various parameters related
to forces such as weight, torque, load, etc. and provide signals to the inputs of control
or display devices.
15. A. Flow Sensors are electronic or electro-mechanical devices used to sense the
movement of gases, liquids, or solids and provide signals to the inputs of control or
display devices.
LISTENING
1.2 Listen a presentation audio about the actuators and answer the following
question.
1. What is an actuator? an actuator is a device that makes something move or operate
2. What are the types of motion created by an actuator? Linear and rotary motion
3. What are the sources of energy used for the actuators? Electric, Hydraulic,
Pneumatic
READING

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1.3 Now read the text about signals of a mechatronic system. For Questions 1-
8, choose the correct answer A, B or C.

1. What is the transducer?

A. a converter of energy from one form to another
B. a converter from one form of sensor to another
C. a converter of information
2. Sensors can be divided into
A. active or passive
B. active or non-active
C. active or inductive
3. Input signals come into mechatronics systems from
A. sensor or other systems
B. outputs of other systems
C. other
4. The output of a sensor is only
A. analog signal and TCP/IP packets
B. digital signal and TCP/IP packets
C. analog, TCP/IP packets and square signals
5. Difference between active and passive sensor is that
A. active sensor emit signals, passive sensors do not emit signals
B. active sensor receive signals, passive sensors do not emit signals
C. both active and passive sensors emit signals
6. Solenoids are
A. devices which have an immobile iron core that is activated by a current
flow

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 B. devices which have a movable iron core that is activated by a current
flow
C. devices having a mobile iron core that is not activated by a current flow
7. Switches
A. control some activity
B. control relays and solids-state devices
C. switch some devices
8. Ways of DC motor control is
A. fixed DC voltage
B. fixed DC voltage and pulse width modulation
C. pulse width modulation
1.5. Study these abbreviations and say what they stand for.
1. LADAR: Laser Detection and 6. TCP/IP: Transmission Control
Ranging Protocol/Internet Protocol

2. FLIR: forward looking infrared 7. FET: field-effect transistors

3. PWM: Pulse Width Modulated 8. MOSFET: metal-oxide field-effect

transistor

4. EIA: Electronics Industries Alliance 9. DC- direct current

5. ADC: analog-to-digital converter 10. AC- alternating current

VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR

1.6 Complete the following sentences with the list of words below.
A. actuator G.antilock braking M. Data Acquisition
system
B.digital-to-analog H. Mechatronics N. Frequency response
converter

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 C.synergy I. Microprocessor O. Filtering

D.modulation J. Measurement

E.sensor K. Microcontroller

F. systems engineering L. Switch

Answers:
1. E (sensor) 2. A (Actuator) 3. M (Data Acquisition)
4.B (Digital-to analog converrter) 5. G (Switch) 6.H (PLC)
7. Mechatronics) 8. Information flow
9. Energy flows 10. N (Frequency response)

Explanations and Definitions

1.7 Read the following definitions and complete the crossword below with the
terms they identify.
Answers:
Across:
2. analog-digital 3. Electronics 4. Alternating 6. Engineering
8. mechanics 9.sensor 10. Timer
Down:
1. microprocessor 5.direct 7. design
SPEAKING
1.8 Choose one topic about the types of sensors and actuators and make a
presention on it.
SELF STUDY SECTION

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1.9 For Questions 1-15, read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at
the end of each line to form a word that fits in the space in the same line. Use
the example at the beginning.
Answers:
1. modeling 2. Carried 3. Evolutionary 4. Possible
5. unified 6. Validity 7.integrate 8. Emphasize
9. phenomena 10. fabrication
1.10 For Questions 1-10, read the text below and decide which answer A, B, C
or D best fits each gap.
Answers:
1. A 2.C 3.A 4.D 5.C 6.A 7.C

8. D 9.A 10.B

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 UNIT 4: SYSTEMS AND CONTROLS

LEAD-IN
1.1 Look at the figure. Read the information about a mechatronic system and
put the sentences in the right order.
Answers:
1.F 2.G 3.C 4.E 5.A 6.B 7.D
LISTENING
1.2 Listen a video about the control systems and answer the following questions:
1. How many types of control systems used in robotics and what are they?
Two types: open loop , closed-loop control
2. What are the other names of an open-loop control system? Non-servo or pick
and place
3. Filling the gaps in the following sentences:
- The system driver can be anything from a pneumatic actuator, … (a)…a hydraulic
flow valve …. or an electrical controller.
- A simple example of an open-loop system is an industrial …sprinkler…(b)…..
system.
- Open loop control systems are typically low costs due to their … simplistic
(c)……design, high repeatability and controller simplicity.
4. What is the another name of a closed-loop control system? Servo control
5. Filling the gaps in the following sentences:
- In our previous example of a sprinkler, the system was open-loop because the
controller received no feedback but if a …moisture …(a)….. sensor is added, it
becomes a closed- loop system.
- The advantages of closed loop control systems include …flexible program .(b)…..
control, ease of changing programmed points, the capacity for complex
manufacturing tasks and multiple …program storage .(c)….. and execution
capabilities.
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- Closed loop controllers are used in machining, …welding.(d)…, coating, and sealer
application, material handling, machine tending, arc and water jet cutting, inspection
and assembly operations.
READING
1.3 For Question 1-8 read the text below and decide which answer A, B or C
best fits each gap.
Answers:
1.C 2.A 3.B 4.C 5.B 6.A 7.A 8.C
VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR
Word formation: prefixes
1.4 Study these tables and complete them with the examples on the topic
“Mechatronics”.
1.5 For Questions 1-12 fill in the gaps in the sentences with the correct prefix
from the box.
Answers:
1.microprocessors 2.impossibility 3.underwater 4.nanotechnology
5.antilock 6.interaction 7.self-adjustment 8.overshoot
9.semiconductors 10.multiloop11. Microsensors
12.interconnection.
SPEAKING
1.6 Choose any area of systems and controls given below and make a
presentation on it.
1. Proportional Integral Derivative-PID
2. Programmable logic controllers- PLC
3. What is Human- Machine Interface (HMI)
4. Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
5. Process sensors

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 SELF STUDY SECTION
1.7 For Questions 1-15, read the text below. Use the word given in Capitals at
the end of each line to form a word that fits in the space in the same line. Use
the example at the beginning.
Answers:
0. composed1.operating 2.logical 3.statements
4.realize 5.combinational 6.dependent 7.construction 8.memory
9.typical 10.complex 11.sequential 12.assembled
13.programmable 14. Suitable 15.Specified