Industrial Automation and Robotics / A. K. Gupta, S. K. Arora, and J. R. Westcott.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gupta, A. K., 1953- author.

Arora, S. K., author.

Westcott, J. R., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Robots, Industrial.

Robots--Calibration.

Robots.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (643 pages)

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

Boston, MA : Mercury Learning and Information, [2023]

Summary:

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

Contents:

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

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

4. Pumps and Compressors

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

5. Fluid Accessories

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

6. Cylinders and Motors

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

7. Control Valves

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

8. Circuits

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

9. Pneumatic Logic Circuits

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

10. Fluidics

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)

12. Transfer Devices and Feeders

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

13. Robotics

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

14. Robotic Sensors

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

15. Robot end Effectors

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

16. Robot Programming

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

17. Applications of Robots

Robot Capabilities

Applications of Robots

Manufacturing Applications

Material Handling Applications

Cleanroom Robots

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.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781683929604

1683929608