Industrial Automation and Robotics Second Edition
2nd Edition
Published on 15. May 2024
644 pages
978-1-68392-960-4 (ISBN)
Description
This updated edition presents an introduction to the multidisciplinary field of automation and robotics for industrial applications. The book initially covers the important concepts of hydraulics and pneumatics and how they are used for automation in an industrial setting. It then moves to a discussion of circuits and using them in hydraulic, pneumatic, and fluidic design. The latter part of the book deals with electric and electronic controls in automation and final chapters are devoted to robotics, robotic programming, and applications of robotics in industry. New chapters on UAVs (Ch. 19) and AI in Industrial Automation (Ch. 20) are featured. The companion files include numerous video tutorial projects.
FEATURES:
- Begins with introductory concepts on automation, hydraulics, and pneumatics
- Features new chapters on UAVs (Ch. 19) and AI in Industrial Automation (Ch. 20)
- Covers sensors, PLC''s, microprocessors, transfer devices and feeders, robotic sensors, robotic grippers, and robot programming
- Companion files have video projects, history of robotics, and figures from the text
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Language
English
Place of publication
Berlin
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
US School Grade: College Graduate Student
File size
20,32 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-68392-960-4 (9781683929604)
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Content
- Cover
- Half-Title
- Title
- Copyright
- Contents
- Preface
- 1. Automation
- Introduction
- Definition of Automation
- Mechanization vs Automation
- Advantages of Automation
- Goals of Automation
- Social Issues of Automation
- Low Cost Automation
- Types of Automation
- Current Emphasis in Automation
- Reasons for Automation
- Reasons for No Automation
- Issues for Automation in Factory Operations
- Strategies for Automation
- Exercises
- 2. Basic Laws and Principles
- Fluid Properties
- Exercises
- 3. Basic Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems
- Introduction to Fluid Power
- Basic Elements of Fluid Power System
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Fluid Power
- Applications of Fluid Power
- Pneumatics vs. Hydraulics
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Pneumatics
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Hydraulics
- Applications of Pneumatics
- Applications of Hydraulics
- Basic Pneumatic System
- Basic Hydraulic System
- Hydraulic System Design
- Fluids Used in Hydraulics
- Exercises
- 4. Pumps and Compressors
- Introduction
- Pumps vs. Compressors
- Positive Displacement vs. Non Positive Displacement Devices
- Classification of Hydraulic Pumps
- Positive Displacement Pumps
- Rotary Pumps
- Reciprocating Pumps
- Metering Pump
- Dynamic/Non Positive Displacement Pumps
- Centrifugal Pumps
- Pump Selection Parameters
- Comparison of Positive and Non Positive Displacement Pumps
- Air Compressors
- Types of Air Compressors
- Positive Displacement Compressors
- Rotary Compressors
- Reciprocating Compressors
- Piston Compressors
- Diaphragm Compressor
- Dynamic Compressors
- Comparison of Different Compressors
- Specifications of Compressors
- Exercises
- 5. Fluid Accessories
- Introduction
- Air Receiver
- Aftercooler
- Air Dryer
- Air Filter
- Pressure Regulator
- Air Lubricator
- Air Service Unit (F.R.L.)
- Pipeline Layout
- Seals
- Hydraulic Fluids
- Hydraulic Reservoir
- Hydraulic Filter
- Pressure Gauges and Volume Meters
- Hydraulic Accumulator
- Intensifier
- Lines
- Fittings and Connectors
- Hydraulic Seals
- Exercises
- 6. Cylinders and Motors
- Introduction
- Cylinders
- Classification of Cylinders
- Classification of Cylinders on the Basis of Construction
- Single-Acting Cylinder
- Double-Acting Cylinder
- Types of Single-Acting Cylinders
- Types of Double-Acting Cylinders
- Other Types of Cylinders
- Classification of Cylinders on the Basis of Working Medium
- Hydraulic Cylinders
- Pneumatic Cylinders
- Applications of Cylinders
- Cylinder Cushioning
- Cylinder Mountings
- Cylinder Sizing
- Cylinder Specification
- Introduction to Motors
- Motor Ratings
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Motors
- Symbol of Motors
- Classification of Fluid Motors
- Gear Motors
- Vane Motors
- Piston Motors
- Application of Motors
- Exercises
- 7. Control Valves
- Introduction
- Classification of Valves
- Direction Control Valves
- Symbol and Designation of Direction Control (DC) Valve
- Classification of DC Valves
- Classification of DC Valves on the Basis of Methods of Valve Actuation
- Symbols for Valve Actuators
- Examples of DC Valves With Actuators
- Classification of DC Valves on the Basis of Construction
- 2/2 DC Valves
- 3/2 DC Valves
- 4/2 DC Valves
- Center Conditions in 4 Way DC Valves
- Check Valve
- Pilot Operated Check Valve
- Pressure Control Valves
- Pressure Relief Valve
- Pressure Reducing Valve
- Sequence Valve
- Counterbalance Valve
- Flow Control Valves
- Non Return Flow Control Valve
- Quick Exhaust Valve
- Time Delay Valve/Air Timer
- Pneumatic Logic Valves
- Twin Pressure Valve
- Shuttle Valve
- Servo Valves
- Torque Motor and Armature Assembly
- Classification of Servo Valves
- Single-Stage Servo Valve
- Multistage Servo Valve
- Servo System
- Example of a Servo Control System
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Symbols
- Exercises
- 8. Circuits
- Introduction
- Building up the Circuit Diagram
- Designation of Components in a Circuit Diagram
- Pneumatic Circuits
- Pneumatic Circuit for Control of Single-Acting Cylinder
- Pneumatic Circuit for Control of Double-Acting Cylinder
- Application of 2/2 and 3/2 DC Valves
- Circuit with Mechanical Feedback
- Speed Control Circuits
- Use of Flow Control Valve to Control Single-Acting Cylinder
- Use of Quick Exhaust Valve in Pneumatic Circuits
- Time Delay Circuit
- Circuits with Necessary Conditions
- Application of the Twin Pressure Valve
- Application of the Shuttle Valve
- Hydraulic Circuits
- Hydraulic Circuit for Control of Single-Acting Cylinder
- Hydraulic Circuit for Control of Double-Acting Cylinder
- Circuits Using 3 Position Valves
- Speed Control in Hydraulic Circuits
- Bleed off Circuit
- Regenerative Circuit
- Circuit Showing Application of Counter Balance Valve
- Sequencing Circuit
- Pressure Reduction Circuit
- Problems in Circuit Design
- Exercises
- 9. Pneumatic Logic Circuits
- Introduction
- Control System
- Open Loop Control System
- Closed Loop Control System
- Circuit Design Methods
- Motion Sequence Representation
- Motion Diagrams
- Control Diagram
- Cascade Design
- Steps Involved in Cascade Design
- Sign Conventions
- Sequencing
- Examples
- Exercises
- 10. Fluidics
- Introduction
- Boolean Algebra
- Laws of Boolean Algebra
- Truth Table
- Logic Gates
- Origin and Development of Fluidics
- Coanda's Effect
- Tesla's Valvular Conduit
- Fluidic Devices
- Fluidic Logic Devices
- Fluidic Sensors
- Fluidic Amplifier
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Fluidics
- Exercises
- 11. Electrical and Electronic Controls
- Introduction to Sensors and Transducers
- Sensor Terminology
- Selection of a Transducer
- Classification of Sensors
- Classification of Transducers
- Temperature Sensors
- Light Sensors
- Position Sensors
- Piezoelectric Sensors
- Pressure Sensors
- Strain Gauges
- Microprocessor
- Microcontroller
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
- Exercises
- 12. Transfer Devices and Feeders
- Introduction
- Fundamentals of Production Lines
- Types of Assembly Lines
- Reasons for Using Automated Assembly Lines
- Transfer Systems in Assembly Lines
- Automatic Machines
- Transfer Devices/Machines
- Selection of Transfer Devices
- Transfer Mechanism in Transfer Devices
- Linear Transfer Mechanism
- Rotary Transfer Mechanism
- Classification of Transfer Devices
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Transfer Machines
- Conveyor Systems Used in Transfer Devices
- Feeders
- Classification of Feeders
- Criteria for Feeder Selection
- Parts Feeding Devices
- Types of Feeders
- Apron Feeders
- Reciprocating Feeders (Plate Feeders)
- Reciprocating-Tube Hopper Feeder
- Reciprocating Plate Feeder
- Vibratory Bowl Feeder
- Screw Feeders
- Belt Feeders
- Rotary Plow Feeders
- Rotary Table Feeders
- Centrifugal Hopper Feeder
- Centerboard Hopper Feeder
- Flexible Feeders
- Exercises
- 13. Robotics
- Introduction
- History of Robots
- Definition of a Robot
- Industrial Robot
- Laws of Robotics
- Motivating Factors
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Robots
- Characteristics of an Industrial Robot
- Components of an Industrial Robot
- Comparison of the Human and Robot Manipulator
- Robot Wrist and End of Arm Tools
- Robot Terminology
- Robotic Joints
- Classification of Robots
- Robot Classification on the Basis of Co-Ordinate Systems
- Robot Classification on the Basis of Power Source
- Robot Classification on the Basis of Method of Control
- Robot Classification on the Basis of Programming Method
- Robot Selection
- Robot Workcell
- Machine Vision
- Robotics and Machine Vision
- Robotic Accidents
- Robotics and Safety
- Robots Maintenance
- Robots Installation
- Exercises
- 14. Robotic Sensors
- Introduction
- Types of Sensors in Robots
- Exteroceptors or External Sensors
- Tactile Sensors
- Proximity Sensors (Position Sensors)
- Range Sensors
- Machine Vision Sensors
- Velocity Sensors
- Proprioceptors or Internal Sensors
- Robot with Sensors
- Exercises
- 15. Robot end Effectors
- Introduction
- End Effector
- Classification of End Effectors
- Grippers
- Selection of Gripper
- Gripping Mechanisms
- Tools
- Types of Tools
- Characteristics of End-of-Arm Tooling
- Elements of End-of-Arm Tooling
- Types of Grippers
- Finger Grippers
- Mechanical Grippers
- Vacuum/Suction Grippers
- Magnetic Grippers
- Exercises
- 16. Robot Programming
- Introduction
- Robot Programming
- Robot Programming Techniques
- Online Programming
- Lead-Through Programming
- Walk-Through Programming or Teaching
- Offline Programming
- Task Level Programming
- Motion Programming
- Overview of Robot Programming Languages
- Requirements for a Standard Robot Language
- Robot Languages
- Types of Robot Languages
- Example of a Robot Program Using VAL
- Exercises
- 17. Applications of Robots
- Introduction
- Robot Capabilities
- Applications of Robots
- Manufacturing Applications
- Material Handling Applications
- Cleanroom Robots
- Exercises
- 18. Robots Using Real-Time Embedded Systems
- Introduction to Robots Using Real-Time Embedded Systems
- Robotic Arm
- Actuation
- End Effector Path
- Sensing
- Tasking
- Automation and Autonomy
- Exercises
- 19.The Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVS) in Industrial Automation
- Introduction
- Historical Developments
- Uses of UAVs
- Some Technical Terms
- Characteristics of UAVs
- Working of a UAV
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Uavs
- Summary
- Exercises
- 20. The Promise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Industrial Automation
- What is Artificial Intelligence?
- Applications to Industrial Automation and Robotics
- Factors to be Considered Using Artificial Intelligence in Industrial Automation
- Planning and Implementation
- Preparing the Workforce for AI Implementation
- Evaluating for Safety and Efficiency
- Exercises
- References
- Index
