The term mechatronics may be familiar to you, as it has gained popularity in recent years. This phenomenon enables, among other things, the design of various projects, including those related to the needs in automatisation growing needs of companies in Quebec.
Definition of Mechatronics
"Mechatronics is described as a combination of systems derived from mechanics, computer science, automation, and real-time electronics. This solution leverages the synergy that arises from these various sciences to create, optimize, and automate functionalities. Other design methods can also be incorporated, such as pneumatic technologies, hydraulic technologies, and motion controls.
The engineering of such mechatronic systems requires the simultaneous and multidisciplinary design of four subsystems:
- Operative part: the skeleton and muscles of the system, primarily Mechanical and Electromechanical;
- Control part: the embedded intelligence of the system, primarily focused on Real-Time Electronics and Computer Science;
- Machine/Machine Interface: data exchange between two distinct systems, primarily focused on Electronics and Network Computing;
- Human/Machine Interface: system geometry and interaction, primarily focused on Ergonomics and Aesthetics.
A global approach also helps reduce costs, increase reliability, and enhance modularity.
To better understand, we can provide some examples of mechatronic projects, such as a robot designed to place an item in a box to automate packaging, or a machine used for cutting and drilling a metal piece.
Mechatronics: A Unique Concept
Mechatronics experts are relatively rare, as this field requires extensive knowledge across various technical branches, in addition to possessing manual skills to handle both simple and complex tools and instruments.
Mechatronics workers are involved in project design but also spend a significant amount of time detecting and solving problems, optimizing existing processes, and maintaining efficiency as well as health and safety. Mechatronics can thus be applied in a wide range of industries.
Our Mechatronic Approach
Aximetrix includes several specialists with highly complementary expertise, enabling unique mechatronic achievements across various projects. This expertise has notably allowed us to develop our STRIX platform, a scalable solution free of technical debt, featuring advanced intelligence that supports the creation of eco-friendly solutions (https://www.aximetrix.com/?p=2072).
Over the years, we have had the pleasure of building numerous projects for our customers, spanning various fields such as environmental, manufacturing, industrial, agricultural, mining, research, and education.
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