Mechatronics Technology Research Articles

The Analysis of Applied Innovative Mechatronics Technology in Intelligent Driving - A Case Study of New-Energy Vehicles' Development in Mainland China

Abstract. The interdisciplinary field of mechatronics, which amalgamates elements of mechanical, electrical, computer, and control engineering, has fundamentally transformed the automotive industry. This transformative influence is evident in the development of advanced vehicular functionalities such as Automatic Fuel Filling Systems, Car Attitude Control, Antilock Brake Systems (ABS), and Electronic Stability Programs (ESP), as well as in the advent of vehicles equipped with semi-active suspensions. The integration of mechatronics has not only enhanced vehicle safety, efficiency, and performance but has also positioned itself as a cornerstone for the burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) market, particularly in China. Chinese companies, leveraging extensive smart factory and automation technologies, have consequently secured a dominant stance in the global EV landscape, capturing a staggering 60% market share. This paper explores the multifaceted applications of mechatronics in the automobile industry of industrialized nations, with a special focus on its pivotal role in China's technological ascendancy in automotive manufacturing. Through an exploration of practical applications including IoT integration and collaborative robotics, this study underscores the transformative potential of mechatronics in redefining automotive production and operation, propelling the industry toward unprecedented levels of innovation and efficiency.

Special Issue on Robotics and Mechatronics Technology for Sports, Exercise, and Health Care (Part 2)

Robotics, mechatronics, and digital technologies are advancing significantly in sports, exercise, and healthcare, and offer innovative solutions that shape the future of these fields. In Part 2 of this special issue, we examine independent research and cutting-edge developments that address new challenges and provide unique contributions to these domains. Technological advancements in assistive devices and rehabilitation offer new solutions for improving the quality of life of individuals with physical challenges. Researchers of wearable assistive devices and prosthetics continue to devise methods to enhance mobility and support physical functions, thereby benefiting both users and healthcare providers. Sports and motion analysis remains a key focus area, where innovative technologies are employed to analyze and improve athletic performance. By capturing and evaluating detailed movement data, these technologies can help athletes refine their techniques and achieve greater precision in their sports, thus ultimately resulting in enhanced performance and injury prevention. As in Part 1, the studies presented in this issue demonstrate the practical applications of cutting-edge technologies and offer insights into their future potential. We hope that these contributions will inspire researchers and practitioners alike and provide a foundation for continued advancements in these exciting and impactful fields.

Special Issue on Robotics and Mechatronics Technology for Aerial Robots

Aerial robot technologies, such as drones and unmanned aerial vehicles, are rapidly advancing in various domains. These robots now possess enhanced autonomous flying abilities and use sensor technology, Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) system, and cameras to avoid obstacles, automatically land, and track flights. Evolving technologies in airspace management and route optimization ensure that flights are efficient and safe. Aerial robots have a wide range of applications, such as agriculture, disaster response, environmental monitoring, and inspection. These devices excel at precise data collection thanks to their high-resolution cameras and high-precision sensors. Swarm robotics, which allows collaboration between multiple aerial and ground robots, is also progressing. This enables quick coverage of large areas, which benefits disaster relief and land management. In addition, research and development of flying robots modeled after flying animals is underway. The evolution of aerial robots results in their efficient use in a variety of fields and new applications. This special issue includes the latest research papers and development reports on aerial robotic technology from the aforementioned perspectives. We hope that this special issue will pique researchers’ and engineers’ interest in aerial robots, thereby encouraging additional research and development. Finally, we would like to express our gratitude to all authors, all reviewers, the editorial board of the Journal of Robotics and Mechatronics, and Fuji Technology Press Ltd.

Factors Contributing to the Students'Intention to Apply Mechatronic Technology After Graduation

Mechatronic Technology is a field of specializationthat offers job opportunities in various sectors of industry. Demand for skilled and semi-skilled labour has increased over the years. However, there are still graduates who do not pursue careers in this field of study. Therefore, this study aimed to identify the factors contributing to the intention to apply mechatronic technology after graduation. The design of this study was conducted using a survey design,using a questionnaire as the instrument for data collection. Moreover, this study also consisted of 90 Mechatronic Technology Certificate students from ITIBukit Katil and ITITangkak. Data were descriptively analyzed using mean scores and standard deviations. Multiple linear regression wasused to identify the most dominant factorcontributingto the student’sintention to apply Mechatronic Technologyafter graduation. The results showed that factorsof technology ease of use, technology usefulness and student behaviour intentions to applymechatronictechnology were high. The findings also demonstrated that ease of use of technology was the most dominant and significant factorinstudents’ intention behaviour to applymechatronic technology after graduation. The impact of this study also provides insight into the TAM Model to understand students' intention to apply mechatronic technology after graduation.

Special Issue on Robotics and Mechatronics Technology for Sports, Exercise, and Health Care (Part 1)

Robotics, mechatronics, and digital technologies are rapidly advancing in the fields of sports, exercise, and healthcare, and their applications are expanding daily. In part 1 of our special issue, we focus on the innovative contributions of cutting-edge technologies in various domains. Robotics technology is crucial in sports and exercise training as it monitors individual movements and forms, provides user feedback, and enables effective training. The development of robots to enhance the accuracy and reproducibility of sports techniques is a key element directly linked to performance improvements. Robotics and mechatronics provide new possibilities for treatment and rehabilitation in healthcare. Developing beneficial systems for medical professionals and patients contributes to increased precision in surgery and productive support in rehabilitation. Power assistance and motion augmentation are witnessing advancements that prolong individual capabilities and achieve better performance. These studies may reduce the physical burden of daily activities and specific tasks, thereby enhancing efficiency. Therefore, studies on haptics and sensory feedback are important. Efforts to improve user interfaces through virtual haptic experiences represent a promising new application of digital technology. The studies included in part 1 of this special issue present recent technological trends and practical examples of sports, exercise, and healthcare and aim to provide valuable information and inspire the readers. We hope that these studies will serve as significant steps toward future technological advancement and social implementation.

Preface

The 2024 4th International Conference on Advanced Materials and Mechatronics (ICAMM 2024) was held via virtual form in Xi’an, China from May 10th to 12th, 2024. Previous conferences in the past three years of this series have been successfully held and it was agreed to hold the conference once a year, with the aim to establish and develop a constant international collaboration. In recent years, interest in advanced materials and mechatronics has been flourishing all over the globe due to both theoretical and practical requirements. Considering the trend, the fourth conference of ICAMM series was organized in order to provide an international academic forum for developing research cooperation and to promote research and other academic activities in related fields. We entertained about 80 participants at ICAMM 2024 and arranged various speeches and presentations which cover a wide range of topics related to the Conference theme. Many scholars and researchers all over the world have contributed to the emerging technology and application of advanced materials and mechatronics. The wonderful keynote speeches included Semiconductor Lighting and Display: Design and Manufacturing Technology for High Efficiency GaN-based LED Chips (by Prof. Shengjun Zhou, Wuhan University, China), Materials, Processing and Reliability of Low Temperature Bonding in 3D Chip Stacking (by Prof. Liang Zhang, Xiamen University of Technology, China), Monitoring Applications of Electronic Devices in the Shipbuilding Industry (by Assoc. Prof. Fengming Du, Dalian Maritime University, China), and Addictive Manufacturing and Intelligent Processing Control of Advanced Metal Materials (by Prof. Kun Li, Chongqing University, China). ICAMM 2024 has been endorsed and supported by many national and international engineering-related universities and organizations and was a complete success. The topics of papers collected and undergone rigorous peer review in the Proceedings of ICAMM 2024 can be classified as follows: Semiconductor Materials, Mechanics of Materials, Material Forming Process and Equipment, Advanced Electromagnetism, Laser Physics and Technology, Irradiation electronics, etc. Last but not the least is our gratitude. We would like to express our sincere thanks to all the keynote speakers, authors, committee members for the success of the Conference, which has given rise to this present volume of selected papers. We would also like to acknowledge the staff of Journal of Physics: Conference Series for their effective work to make this Proceedings published. The Committee of ICAMM 2024 List of Committee Member is available in this Pdf.

Design and application of virtual simulation teaching platform for intelligent manufacturing

Aiming at the practical teaching of intelligent manufacturing majors faced with lack of equipment, tense teachers and other problems such as high equipment investment, high material loss, high teaching risk, difficult to implement internship, difficult to observe production, difficult to reproduce the results, and so on, we take the electrical automation technology, mechatronics technology and industrial robotics technology majors of intelligent manufacturing majors as an example, and design and establish a virtual simulation teaching platform for intelligent manufacturing majors by using the cloud computing platform, edge computing technology, and terminal equipment synergy. The platform includes six major virtual simulation modules, including virtual simulation of electrician electronics and PLC control, virtual and real combination of typical production lines of intelligent manufacturing, dual-axis collaborative robotics workstation, digital twin simulation, virtual disassembly of industrial robots, virtual simulation of magnetic yoke axis flexible production line. The platform covers the virtual simulation teaching content of basic principle experiments, advanced application experiments, and advanced integration experiments in intelligent manufacturing majors. In order to test the effectiveness of this virtual simulation platform for practical teaching in engineering, this paper organizes a teaching practice activity involving 246 students from two parallel classes of three different majors. Through a one-year teaching application, we analyzed the data on the grades of 7 core courses involved in three majors in one academic year, the proportion of participation in competitions and innovative activities, the number of awards and certificates of professional qualifications, and the subjective questionnaires of the testers. The analysis shows that the learners who adopt the virtual simulation teaching platform proposed in this paper for practical teaching are better than the learners under the traditional teaching method in terms of academic performance, proportion of participation in competitions and innovative activities, and proportion of awards and certificates by more than 13%, 37%, 36%, 27% and 22%, respectively. Therefore, the virtual simulation teaching platform of intelligent manufacturing established in this paper has obvious superiority in solving the problem of "three highs and three difficulties" existing in the practical teaching of engineering, and according to the questionnaire feedback from the testers, the platform can effectively alleviate the shortage of practical training equipment, stimulate the interest in learning, and help to broaden and improve the knowledge system of the learners.

Integration and Innovation of Renewable Energy Technology in International Cooperation Projects

In the tide of global energy transformation, the application of mechatronics technology in the new energy sector has become a pivotal force in advancing sustainable development. This paper thoroughly explores the integration of mechatronics with new energy sources such as solar and wind energy, aiming to enhance energy conversion efficiency, reduce costs, and stimulate technological innovation. By examining the current state of mechatronics technology in the research, development, manufacturing, and promotion of new energy equipment, this paper proposes a range of strategies and recommendations. These are designed to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, foster technological innovation, and enhance international cooperation to achieve sustainable global energy development.

Development of Medical Devices Utilizing Mechatronics Technology

Development of Medical Devices Utilizing Mechatronics Technology

PLC mechatronics technology in the field of intelligent control application analysis

Abstract The traditional manual operation mode has problems such as high manpower cost, low efficiency, low safety, low operating precision, etc. Achieving unmanned intelligent systems in the field of mechanical and electrical engineering has become the key to transforming and upgrading relevant enterprises and improving their overall competitiveness. In this paper, an improved fuzzy PID control system is constructed based on a PLC control system combined with a fuzzy PID intelligence algorithm. It is applied to the pumping motor, coagulation dosing system, and other specific devices for simulation experiments, compared to the conventional PID algorithm, and evaluated the control system in this paper. The fuzzy PID control algorithm of this paper reduces the steady-state adjustment time of the response curve by 30% compared to the conventional PID algorithm, and the overshooting amount is reduced by 25%. With almost no overshoot, the pumping motor that was equipped with this paper’s PID algorithm reached its stable target speed in 0.3 seconds. In addition, this study found that in the coagulation dosing system model incorporating the fuzzy PID algorithm of this paper, when the model is accurate, only 20% of the overshooting amount occurs after the system has been running for some time. The conventional PID algorithm’s 50% overshoot is significantly less than this, and the time it takes to reach a steady state is also 50 minutes earlier than the conventional PID control. When the model is imprecise, fluctuations occur in both conventional PID control and fuzzy PID control, but the amplitude of the fluctuations in fuzzy PID control is relatively small. In conclusion, this paper shows that the fuzzy PID control algorithm in this paper has higher control accuracy, response speed, and stability than the conventional PID control algorithm.

Preface

The 2023 3rd International Conference on Mechatronics Technology and Aerospace Engineering (ICMTAE 2023) took place in Nanchang, China from September 15th to 17th, 2023, with the attendance of about 120 people. The main goal was to bring together scientists, researchers and developers engaged in mechatronics technology and aerospace engineering to bridge the gap between research needs and advanced technological solutions.ICMTAE 2023 focused on research areas such as Aerospace Structures, Aircraft Flight Dynamics, Precision Plastic Forming and Equipment Technology, Spacecraft Thermal Control Technology, Satellite Remote Sensing Technology, etc. The Conference provided an opportunity for researchers and related personnel to present their recent theoretical developments as well as practical applications, discuss unsolved problems, and find solutions to them. And it fostered research and development in mechatronics technology and aerospace engineering.The Program of the Conference was divided into three parts. First day of the Conference was devoted to registration for all the participants. The second day was mainly focused on keynote speeches, oral and poster presentations, as well as free discussion, etc. Academic investigation took place during the third day of the Conference.We would like to highlight the main developments presented at the Conference and introduce the prominent speakers. The keynote speakers of the Conference are Prof. David Doermann (University at Buffalo, US), Prof. Shaojiang Dong (Chongqing Jiaotong University, China), Prof. Baochang Zhang (Beihang University, China), Assoc. Prof. Liping Tang (Southwest Petroleum University, China), Prof. Shaojian Zhang (Nanchang University, China), Prof. Alam Md Mahbub (Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen), China), respectively. They shared remarkable academic achievements in fields related to mechatronics technology and aerospace engineering, and discussed critical challenges and research directions within these domains, triggering heated discussion during the Conference and even in the break.In the final foreword, we would like to thank the members of Technical Program Committee and those of Organizing Committee for giving such a great opportunity for all of us to share scientific ideas and new developments at the Conference. Last but not the least, our special acknowledgement also goes to the editors and staff of Journal of physics: Conference Series, for their kindness and assistance in publishing this Conference Proceedings.The Committee of ICMTAE 2023List of Committee Member are available in this pdf.

Principle Analysis and Application Prospect of Mechatronics Drive System

With the progress of science and technology and the change of application demand, mechatronics drive system will face new challenges and opportunities. The purpose of this paper is to deeply analyze the mechatronics drive system, and discuss its application prospect. First of all, the paper introduces mechatronics technology, including definition, characteristics and development history, to better understand mechatronics technology. Secondly, the thesis focuses on the principle analysis of the mechatronics drive system, including the structure of the drive system, the matching principle of the motor, the control principle and the related algorithm. Through the detailed analysis of these principles, the working principle of mechatronics drive system can be better understood. Finally, through the above discussion, the paper analyzes the application potential and potential defects in various aspects, and puts forward the possible development direction in the future. This paper reveals the application prospect of mechatronics drive system in different fields, and provides useful information and enlightenment for relevant researchers and engineers to promote the development and application of mechatronics drive system technology.

Gamified learning: Assessing the influence of leaderboards on online formative quizzes in a computer programming course

AbstractThis quasi‐experimental study investigates the impact of gamification on learning outcomes and course engagement in the computer programming course, a mandatory course in the Electronics and Communication Technology and Mechatronics Technology departments. The experimental group (EG) (N = 48) utilized leaderboards for gamified weekly online formative exams, while the control group (N = 48) used nongamified exams. Our hypothesis was that the EG would exhibit higher quiz completion rates and improved learning. However, the findings indicate no significant difference between gamified and nongamified approaches in terms of learning and course engagement. Although the EG completed more quizzes, it did not result in a substantial difference. Correlations reveal a positive relationship between theoretical exam scores and the number of completed quizzes, suggesting that gamification may not directly enhance learning. Notably, the overall impact of quiz completion on learning is more pronounced when considering all participants. Furthermore, the decline in quiz completion rates after the third week in both groups suggests that gamification may yield an innovative effect but lacks long‐term sustainability. These results suggest that gamification may be suitable for short‐term activities, such as 2–3 weeks, and may not sufficiently engage all students in the lesson.

An analysis of the application of mechatronics in the modern automotive field

Nowadays, mechatronics technology is more and more widely used in the automotive field, and the author starts from this point to analyze the development in this field of China. By enumerating concrete examples of the application of electromechanical integration technology in the automotive field, the paper analyzes and summarizes the direction of developing electromechanical integration technology in the current automotive field based on existing literature and data, so as to make a contrast with our countrys low level of electromechanical integration technology, and puts forward several suggestions on the application of electromechanical integration technology in the automotive field. The results show that the application of mechatronics in the modern automobile field is mainly in automatic fuel filling system, car attitude control, ABS anti-lock system, electronic stability program, racing car design and so on, concluding that progress should be made in the fields of enterprise reform, innovation, and specialty setting.

Cultivation mode of mechatronics professionals in higher vocational institutions under “1+X” certificate system

Abstract The cosine similarity approach of the collaborative filtering customized recommendation algorithm is used in this work to first compute the trust degree among users. Next, it identifies the closest neighbor set for users as an addition to the similarity degree, then predicts users’ ratings of items through an optimized item prediction rating strategy based on the ratings of users’ nearest neighbor set and recommends the items with higher prediction ratings to users. Then, we examine the goals and standards for talent development under the “1+X” hybrid certificate and modern apprenticeship systems and explore and build a suitable talent training model for higher vocational mechatronics technology majors. Finally, the research sample is selected from the electromechanical majors of higher vocational institutions, and a collaborative filtering, personalized recommendation algorithm is used to analyze the study sample data set’s data. The findings indicate that T=15 is a preferable option to guarantee a specific level of accuracy since the MAE of the collaborative filtering customized recommendation algorithm at T=30 and T=60 is lowered very little compared to that at T=15. This study provides informative opinions for universities to innovate and reform the talent cultivation mode and solve a series of problems in the current talent cultivation mode so that the quality of talent cultivation in Chinese universities can be improved continuously.

The Hybrid Brake Model and Its Validation

As an extension of a paper published at the 24th International Conference on Mechatronics Technology, ICMT 2021 conference, this paper shows the concept, design method, and model of a hybrid brake with additional validation. An eddy current brake cannot be used to decelerate a vehicle to a standstill. However, the magnetic attraction force between the rotor and stator of an eddy current brake can be used to generate an additional mechanical friction torque. By using a disc spring between the rotor and stator, the eddy current brake is extended to a so-called hybrid brake. In particular, the model and design method of the disc spring are the focus of this work. Using a system model that includes the electromagnetic and mechanical domains, the wear reduction compared to a conventional friction brake and the dynamic behaviour depending on the spring parameters are investigated. Finally, a disc spring is designed in FEM with the desired force–displacement curve. In addition, a working demonstrator of a hybrid brake is constructed, and the electromagnetic and mechanical system models are compared with the experimental results. For the first time, it is shown that the concept of using the magnetic attraction force between the rotor and stator of an eddy current brake for braking to a stop is working. In a speed range of 0–7500 rpm, it is possible to generate a torque of 100 Nm, whereby at speeds higher than 3500 rpm, the torque is generated in a wear-free manner by eddy currents. However, in order to be valid, the model must be extended to represent the deformation of the rotor.

Research on the Application and Management of Mechatronics Technology in Coal Mines

The application of mechatronics technology in coal mining enterprises is in line with the current trend of industrialization in China. In the specific production and mining links, strengthening the application and management of mechatronics technology in coal mines has an important role in promoting the improvement of coal mining efficiency. Therefore, this paper analyzes the specific application of mechatronics technology in coal mines, and gives specific management measures combined with the current problems in the application process, aiming to achieve safe production in coal mines and improve the application effect of mechatronics technology.

EFFECTS OF PLANNING ON L2 LEARNERS NARRATIVE WRITTEN OUTPUT A STUDY UNDER VOCATIONAL EDUCATING BACKGROUND

Previous studies both at home and abroad have provided rich insights into planning effects on L2 learners’ narrative written output. However, few researches have been conducted under China’s vocational education background. The current study will fill up this gap. It reports a study of the effects of three types of planning (Pre-task planning-PTP, within task planning-WTP and No time planning-NP) on 60 first year students’ narrative written performance in terms of accuracy,complexity and fluency. These students are studying computer programming at Yancheng College of Mechatronic Technology. The results demonstrate that planning could contribute to learners’ written output. However, it did not simultaneously affect all the three aspects significantly. This study also illustrated that the impact of pre-task planning and within task planning is different, or at least to certain extent. This may have some implies for writing pedagogy.

Preface

This issue of the Journal of Physics: Conference Series contains the proceedings of the 2022 2nd International Conference on Mechatronics Technology and Aerospace Engineering (ICMTAE 2022). The conference took place in Nanchang, China during November 4th-6th, 2022 (virtual conference), with the attendance of about 100 prominent delegates in related areas all around the world.The conference aims at creating an international academic forum where current research results and technical advances can be exchanged and the development of mechatronics technology and aerospace engineering can be promoted. For this reason, scholars, specialists and researchers in related fields have come together at the conference to present their research activities, share their professional experiences, exchange new ideas, and discuss the key challenges and research directions facing the development of these fields.To make this conference on schedule, we have a three-part plenary conference including a keynote speech part delivered by four speakers from different countries. Among them, Assoc. Prof. Jiuming Xie from Tianjin Sino-German Universities of Applied Sciences-Mechanical Engineering College, China performed a keynote speech on the Preparation and Mechanical Properties of Aluminum Alloy 5A02/CFRTP Laminates. She took the Aluminum Alloy 5A02 /CFRTP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermo-Plastic) laminates as the subject to conduct her research. Aluminum alloy was anodized, compression molding and 3D printing were adopted to prepare Carbon Reinforced Aluminum Laminates (CARALL) with two different structures: the solid core structure and the honeycomb structure, and the prepared specimens were then tested for mechanical properties via tensile test and three-point bending test, and compared with the performance of the conventional aluminum alloy. We are very optimistic that all participants will acquire new ideas and knowledge from this conference to enhance the capability toward mechatronics technology and aerospace engineering.We have received tremendous paper submissions from all over China and abroad. Through a rigorous peer-review process, all submissions were performed double blind review to check their quality of content, level of innovation, significance, originality and legibility. Based on the expertise review comments, some excellent papers were accepted and the corresponding authors were invited to submit their papers for final publication. The accepted papers included topics on: Materials Surface Physics, Combustion and Energy Conversion, Advanced Fluid Mechanics, Satellite and Geophysics, Aerospace Structures, etc.We would like to thank the Conference General Chairs and the Technical Program Committees for their hard work that lead to the organization of this event, to our colleagues who contributed to its realization, to the members of the Journal of Physics: Conference Series for their patience while waiting for the final versions of the papers and to every author who has contributed with an article to these proceedings. We firmly believe that all the attendees have had fruitful discussions and gained valuable knowledge, and will enjoy the opportunity for future collaborations.The Committee of ICMTAE 2022List of Committee member is available in this Pdf.

Research on the Integration of Intelligent Technology and Mechatronics in Mechanical Manufacturing

With the arrival of the era of technological revolution, the speed of scientific and technological development has been gradually accelerated, which has effectively promoted the integration of electromechanical equipment as soon as possible and further strengthened the production level. In short, at present, we are in the era of industrial informatization, and electromechanical integration technology has also developed, which has effectively promoted the perfect combination of machinery and electronics. Over time, it has developed into electromechanical integration technology, which can intelligently control various mechanical equipment. For mechatronics technology, the intelligent manufacturing technology can interact closely with the system during the specific use, build an all-round and multi-level intelligent manufacturing, and effectively promote the development of industrial production in the direction of humanization and scientization.