Actuation Systems 2
Year: IV, Precision Mechanics
Semester I, 2003-2004
Room A022, Faculty of Mechanics

        1. Calculus of reduction elements. Examples.
        2. Stepper motors. Types of stepper motors. Internal structure. Actuation circuits. 
        3. Measurements regarding the structure of stepper motor. Command of stepper motor using the personal computer.
        4. Calculus of choosing and verification of stepper motors for a given transmission
        5. Servomotors. Calculus of choosing and verify for a given transmission.
        6. Velocity and reversibility issues regarding servomotors.
        7. Shape memory alloys. Experiments.
        8. Artificial muscles. Experiments. 
        9. Evaluation.