Course detail

Project - Mechatronic System Design

FSI-ZP8Acad. year: 2026/2027

The first half of the course focuses on the design process of mechanical systems (e.g., cam-based feeding mechanisms, scissor lifts, or handling devices) starting from initial concepts and the creation of kinematic diagrams, through calculations and analyses, up to manufacturing, assembly, experimental testing, and system validation. Emphasis is placed on teamwork based on a systematic design methodology that applies engineering thinking and analytical approaches. In this course, students make use of knowledge gained in previous subjects such as computational modeling, machine design, materials, and mathematics. In the second half, students learn how to complement mechanical systems with sensors and actuators for their control and diagnostics.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

7

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Ing. David Nečas, Ph.D.

Department

Institute of Machine and Industrial Design (ÚK)

Entry knowledge

Knowledge of physics, mathematics, solid mechanics, machine design, experience with CAD systems, body modeling, and the basics of 3D printing.

Rules for evaluation and completion of the course

Conditions for obtaining the course credit (0–100 points, minimum required: 50):

  • regular attendance and participation in the seminars,
  • clearly declared contribution to the project according to the assigned competencies,
  • submission of the project in the required scope.

Conditions for obtaining the exam (0–100 points, minimum required: 50):

  • team defence of the project in front of an examination committee,
  • assessment of overall compliance with the assignment and completion of the required tasks, including agreement between simulation and experiment.

A total of up to 100 points can be earned. The final grade will be determined according to the ECTS scale.

Lectures: attendance is recommended and monitored by the lecturer.

Seminars: attendance is compulsory and monitored by the lecturer; a maximum of two absences is permitted. In case of long-term absence, compensatory work is at the discretion of the course coordinator.

Aims

Graduates are able, based on their theoretical knowledge of the phases of the design process, the dimensioning of machine components, and electronics, to design and construct a mechatronic system intended for transforming mechanical forces and achieving the required system functionality.

  • Ability to effectively apply mechanical principles in combination with electronic systems and programming in engineering applications.
  • Ability to work systematically and independently.
  • Ability to solve more complex engineering problems within a team.
  • Knowledge of project management tools and their practical application.
  • Ability to present, confront, and critically evaluate individual partial solutions within a project team and to share knowledge effectively.

Study aids

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

DAVIM, J. Paolo. Mechatronics. Hoboken, N.J London: Wiley, 2013. ISBN 9781118614532. Dostupné z: doi:10.1002/9781118614549. (EN)
MAIXNER, Ladislav. Mechatronika: učebnice. Brno: Computer Press, 2006. Učebnice (Computer Press). ISBN isbn80-251-1299-3. (CS)
REGTIEN, Paul P. L. Sensors for Mechatronics. St. Louis: Elsevier, 2012. ISBN 9780123914972. Dostupné z: doi10.1016/C2011-0-06204-X. (EN)

Recommended reading

JEŽKOVÁ, Z. KREJČÍ, H. LACKO, B. ŠVEC J. Projektové řízení - jak zvládnout projekty. ACSA, 2015, 381 s. ISBN 978-80-905297-1-7.  (CS)
PROKOP, Roman. Základy automatizace pro bakalářské studium. Zlín: VUT v Brně, 1998, 52 s. ISBN 80-214-1251-8. (CS)

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme B-KSI-P Bachelor's 2 year of study, summer semester, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

16 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. David Nečas, Ph.D.

Syllabus

  • Introduction, case study, fundamental theory of the design process.
  • Mechanism calculations, kinematic diagrams.
  • Introduction to mechatronics.

Computer-assisted exercise

88 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. David Nečas, Ph.D.

Syllabus

  • Introduction, definition of key terms, and project assignment.
  • Introduction to sensors and actuators.
  • Arduino / Arduino IDE.
  • National Instruments / LabVIEW.
  • Allocation of competencies within the team and creation of the project plan.
  • Concept design of the kinematic scheme, force analysis.
  • Literature review and analysis of the assigned problem.
  • Optimization of the solution through iterative development and consultations.
  • Preparation of the final report.