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Synopsis This book describes the exploding new field of Mechatronics. Much more than just a technology overview, it provides for the scientist and layman alike - a thorough, up-to-date, comprehensive introduction to Mechatronics and the whole array of new integrated manufacturing technology tools. Mechatronics is a term coined by the Japanese to describe the integration of mechanical and electronic engineering. It describes a multidisciplined, integrated approach to product, process, and manufacturing system design. The application environments are primarily factory automation, office automation, and home automation. Mechatronics represents a new level of integration for advanced manufacturing technology and processes. The intent of mechatronics is to force a multidisciplined approach (beginning of integrated mechanical engineering and electronic team concept) to these systems as well as to reemphasize the role of process understanding and control. The Mechatronics approach is speeding up the already-rapid Japanese process for transforming ideas into products - cheaper, better, and faster. Reviews BD. Bruce Merrifield, Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Commerce for Productivity, Technology and Innovation "V. Daniel Hunt alerts us to the all encompassing concept of Mechatronics. Once again the Japanese are corny yet formidable in implementation. Hunt does more than explain the phenomenon and then wring his hands in dismay. He offers excellent advice to American businessman and educators on how to emulate the Japanese and perhaps even outclass them by capitalizing on the U.S.A.'s peculiar strengths as innovators." Joseph F. Engelberger, Chairman, Transition Research Corporation, author - "Robotics in Practice" Table
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