Mechatronics represents a process that blends mechanics and electronics with use of precision engineering, computer science, information technology, Control System theory, and sensor and actuator Technology to design improved products and processes. This book, unlike many in the field, is aimed at upper level undergraduate engineers, not hobbyists or technicians. Therefore a certain amount of mathematical maturity is required. The objectives of this book are:
1. Mathematical modeling of physical systems
2. Building a common set of differential equations of electrical and mechanical systems.
3. Engineering analysis of integrated mechatronics systems in time and frequency domain.
4. Application of integrated modelng and instrumentation techniques to design and analyze an Industrial mechatronic system.

	Mechatronics: An Integrated Approach by Clarence W. De Silva Buy new: $104.36 / Used from: $102.59 Introduces practical applications & tools & presents the material in an integrated & unified manner so that users with a variety of engineering backgrounds will benefit. Numerous worked examples.
	Micromechatronics (Nano- and Microscience, Engineering, Technology and Medicine) by Victor Giurgiutiu Buy new: $86.96 / Used from: $86.91 Emphasizes the modeling, simulation, analysis, design and implementation of high-performance mini-and microscale electromechanical systems.
	Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems by Robert L. Woods Buy new: $115.37 / Used from: $92.52 Covers modeling techniques for electrical, mechanical, and heat tranfer systems. It has a practical review of differential equations and practical simulation information.
	The Art of Electronics by Paul Horowitz Buy new: $66.50 / Used from: $45.00 Particularly good at describing solid state electronics in plain language. See also Schaum's Outline of Electronic Devices and Circuits.
	Introductory Circuit Analysis (10th Edition) by Robert L. Boylestad Buy new: $108.40 / Used from: $26.00 For those mechanical engineers who need to learn about basic electric circuit theory. Good review for EEs.

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