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This book provides an in-depth understanding of the fundamental scientific principles and technologies used in the design of modern computer-controlled machines and processes. It emphasizes the synergies in the design process and explores the challenges and opportunities for integrating diverse engineering disciplines. The book consists of six chapters that cover a wide range of topics related to mechatronics and control system engineering. Overall, the book is an excellent resource for professionals, engineers, researchers, and students who want to gain a comprehensive understanding of the trans-disciplinary field of mechatronics and control systems engineering.

This book provides an in-depth understanding of the fundamental scientific principles and technologies used in the design of modern computer-controlled machines and processes. It emphasizes the synergies in the design process and explores the challenges and opportunities for integrating diverse engineering disciplines. The book consists of six chapters that cover a wide range of topics related to mechatronics and control system engineering. Overall, the book is an excellent resource for professionals, engineers, researchers, and students who want to gain a comprehensive understanding of the trans-disciplinary field of mechatronics and control systems engineering.

This book presents Industry 4.0 enabler technologies and tools. It also highlights some of the existing empirical applications in the context of manufacturing. The book elucidates innovative thematic concepts of Industry 4.0 and its perspectives. It establishes routes to empirically utilize Industry 4.0 standards for manufacturing companies. The book can be used as a reference for professionals/engineers, researchers, and students.

This book presents Industry 4.0 enabler technologies and tools. It also highlights some of the existing empirical applications in the context of manufacturing. The book elucidates innovative thematic concepts of Industry 4.0 and its perspectives. It establishes routes to empirically utilize Industry 4.0 standards for manufacturing companies. The book can be used as a reference for professionals/engineers, researchers, and students.

This book presents improved numerical techniques and applied computer-aided simulations as a part of emerging trends in mechatronics in all areas related to complex fluids, with particular focus on using a combination of modeling, theory, and simulation to study systems that are complex due to the rheology of fluids (i.e., ceramic pastes, polymer solutions and melts, colloidal suspensions, emulsions, foams, micro-/nanofluids, etc.) and multiphysics phenomena in which the interactions of various effects (thermal, chemical, electric, magnetic, or mechanical) lead to complex dynamics. The areas of applications span materials processing, manufacturing, and biology.

This book presents improved numerical techniques and applied computer-aided simulations as a part of emerging trends in mechatronics in all areas related to complex fluids, with particular focus on using a combination of modeling, theory, and simulation to study systems that are complex due to the rheology of fluids (i.e., ceramic pastes, polymer solutions and melts, colloidal suspensions, emulsions, foams, micro-/nanofluids, etc.) and multiphysics phenomena in which the interactions of various effects (thermal, chemical, electric, magnetic, or mechanical) lead to complex dynamics. The areas of applications span materials processing, manufacturing, and biology.

Recent studies highlight the application of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and simulation techniques in engineering. This book covers the successful implementation of different intelligent techniques in various areas of engineering focusing on common areas between mechatronics and civil engineering. The power of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques in solving some examples of real-life problems in engineering is highlighted in this book. The implementation process to design the optimum intelligent models is discussed in this book.

Recent studies highlight the application of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and simulation techniques in engineering. This book covers the successful implementation of different intelligent techniques in various areas of engineering focusing on common areas between mechatronics and civil engineering. The power of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques in solving some examples of real-life problems in engineering is highlighted in this book. The implementation process to design the optimum intelligent models is discussed in this book.

This book compiles cutting-edge research and practical innovations in the field of mechatronic systems, particularly focusing on smart diagnostics and predictive maintenance. It addresses both theoretical foundations and real-world applications, ranging from artificial intelligence to diagnostics, robotics, and control strategies. This book offers a substantial contribution to the academic and engineering community, fostering future advancements and collaborative research opportunities.

This book presents cutting-edge research and practical innovations in the field of mechatronic systems, particularly focusing on intelligent mechatronic control systems. It addresses both theoretical foundations and real-world applications, ranging from artificial intelligence and hybrid energy systems to diagnostics, robotics, and control strategies.This book offers a substantial contribution to the academic and engineering community, fostering future advancements and collaborative research opportunities.

This book presents a collection of advanced research contributions focusing on the integration of mechatronic systems, smart grid technologies, and intelligent automation. The chapters cover diverse but interrelated areas including hybrid power systems, IoT-driven network simulations, renewable and conventional energy integration, as well as emerging robotics applications. Together, they provide an in-depth perspective on how modern mechatronic approaches are shaping the future of energy, automation, and intelligent system design. The book also highlights interdisciplinary methods where control systems, artificial intelligence, and computational tools intersect to deliver more resilient, efficient, and adaptable solutions.

This book presents cutting-edge research and practical innovations in the field of mechatronic systems, particularly focusing on hybrid energy systems and AI integration. It addresses both theoretical foundations and real-world applications, ranging from artificial intelligence and hybrid energy systems to diagnostics, robotics, and control strategies. This book offers a substantial contribution to the academic and engineering community, fostering future advancements and collaborative research opportunities.

This book presents cutting-edge research and technological developments at the intersection of mechatronics and sustainable energy systems. It is designed for researchers, and professionals engaged in renewable energy, thermal systems, and advanced control technologies. The chapters cover a wide range of topics focused on two major areas: the thermochemical conversion of agricultural and biomass wastes into biofuels and the integration of phase change materials (PCMs) into solar thermal energy systems for enhanced energy storage and efficiency. By linking sustainable energy challenges with practical engineering solutions, this book offers insights into how mechatronics can drive the future of green energy systems. Readers will benefit from in-depth analyses, case studies, and real-world applications that demonstrate how emerging technologies can be harnessed to meet environmental and energy goals.

This book compiles cutting-edge research and practical innovations in the field of mechatronic systems, particularly focusing on autonomous robotics and intelligent systems. It addresses both theoretical foundations and real-world applications, ranging from artificial intelligence and hybrid energy systems to diagnostics, robotics, and control strategies. It offers a substantial contribution to the academic and engineering community, fostering future advancements and collaborative research opportunities.

This book highlights innovative developments in the areas of autonomous vehicles, robotics, intelligent control strategies, and AI-driven logistics systems. It focuses on both theoretical advancements and practical implementations, highlighting applications across Formula Student autonomous racing, robotic systems, and intelligent supply chains. By covering cutting-edge topics such as Model Predictive Control, dual-mode braking systems, robotic arm control, and AI-driven logistics optimization, the book integrates contributions across multiple domains, providing readers with valuable insights into emerging methodologies and their real-world impact.

This book demonstrates innovative approaches in the application of computational intelligence. The initial chapters discuss the application of AI to analyze physical systems, in particular contemporary neural networks for rapid and accurate seismic analysis of critical infrastructure. It also discusses advanced metaheuristic and hybrid AI approaches that afford robust, non-invasive evaluations of geological and rock-mass properties, replacing the expensive and time-consuming traditional methods. The subsequent chapters expand the scope to include strategic and operational intelligence dimensions, where the use of generative AI aims at enhancing the security and functionality of IoT ecosystems, and where the seamless interplay of Natural Language Processing and IoT technology enables more human-centred control of systems. It also describes Edge AI, elaborating the on-device processing capabilities that enable fast, secure, real-time decision-making.

The introduction of AI and ML technologies has brought new changes to the engineering profession. This book presents the theory and practical solutions backed with real results. It also explains in detail the uses of Machine Learning methods, Gene Expression Programming, Extreme Gradient Boosting, and Deep Neural Networks in predicting parameters that are critical in understanding soil behavior, foundation settlements, material behavior, resource consumption, and beyond. One focal point is the shift from opaque models to transparent, accountable AI. The integration of AI methods is elucidated to clarify decisions made by predictive models and instill trust in the predictive systems. Additionally, the book addresses the issue of sustainability by demonstrating how AI can refine the utilization of industrial by-products such as fly ash and marble slurry in the construction sector and improve the efficiency of public transportation systems.

This book presents smart optimization techniques and adaptive intelligent control systems which stimulate innovations in engineering and computational science. This book captures these innovations and describes multiple applications of various advanced algorithms. The book encompasses a diverse range of applications and illustrates the value of these computational techniques; notable applications include the attitude control of CubeSats, the performance of building components during seismic events, the efficiency of tunnel-boring machines, and forecasting of environmental and structural phenomena. A major theme presented within the book is the development of advanced intelligent systems, including self-optimizing modules, as reflected in research advances on Digital Twins and Omniverse technologies, where real-time supervision and control are achieved through virtual replicas of physical entities and spatial environments. The incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) provides essential simplifications of otherwise opaque models, yielding interpretable insights that facilitate process automation. By connecting rigorous theoretical work with real-world problems, the book serves as a guide for researchers, engineers, and students, which offers a comprehensive picture of advanced developments in the area of adaptive optimized systems, alongside the theory and practice necessary to innovate within systems engineering.

This book presents a collection of recent work that applies new and sophisticated computational techniques to manage uncertainty. This book expands the focus to more contemporary approaches, including fuzzy logic, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and multi-criteria decision-making, as well as other methods to solve problems. The chapters of this book describe various applications in critical areas of various disciplines such as the design and optimization of sustainable infrastructure, management of e-waste recycling networks, improvements in cyber security, and social media and toxic content classification. The shift from the opaque “black-box” models to transparent systems that explain the justification and the logic of the predictions is a key factor for model trust. This book is essential for those who seek computational intelligence for rational decision-making under uncertainty.

This book emphasizes on the relevant methodologies that encompass modelling, design approaches, and control of mechatronic systems. In addition, state-of-the-art technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computational intelligence in mechatronics are explored in this book, illustrating various examples, recent advancements, and case studies from real-world implementations. This book further investigates and unleashes the power of the Internet of Things (IoT), showcasing how it transforms today’s rapidly changing industries by impeccably integrating smart devices and creating interconnected systems. This book serves as a reference tool for students, academics, practitioners, researchers, and industrial leaders in the respective fields.

This book emphasizes on the relevant methodologies that encompass modelling, design approaches, and control of mechatronic systems. In addition, state-of-the-art technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computational intelligence in mechatronics are explored in this book, illustrating various examples, recent advancements, and case studies from real-world implementations. This book further investigates and unleashes the power of the Internet of Things (IoT), showcasing how it transforms today’s rapidly changing industries by impeccably integrating smart devices and creating interconnected systems. This book serves as a reference tool for students, academics, practitioners, researchers, and industrial leaders in the respective fields.

This book consists of eleven chapters that covers all aspects of mechatronics systems from basics to advanced.  This book is an edited compilation of original research and applications  backed with experimental, numerical and theoretical data on mechatronics systems, suitably categorized into sections of closely related topics, contributed by researchers, academics, scientists, industrialists and professionals from the field on various aspects of mechatronics. Therefore, it will provide logical, technical as well as analytical solutions and ideas to complex problems faced by researchers in the field of mechatronics. The academicians and students will get a comprehensive update on the state-of-the-art in this area and ample ideas for further research and innovation in mechatronics.

This book consists of eleven chapters that covers all aspects of mechatronics systems from basics to advanced.  This book is an edited compilation of original research and applications  backed with experimental, numerical and theoretical data on mechatronics systems, suitably categorized into sections of closely related topics, contributed by researchers, academics, scientists, industrialists and professionals from the field on various aspects of mechatronics. Therefore, it will provide logical, technical as well as analytical solutions and ideas to complex problems faced by researchers in the field of mechatronics. The academicians and students will get a comprehensive update on the state-of-the-art in this area and ample ideas for further research and innovation in mechatronics.