ME 460 Control of Mechanical Systems using Microcontrollers Laboratory

Basic interfacing and programming of microcontrollers for controls applications is introduced. Microcontrollers are interfaced with various external devices and sensors using A/D, D/A, and the SPI bus. Control of a motor driven mechanical device is implemented. A student selected final project involving the control of a physical system is required. Also offered for graduate-level credit as ME 560 and may be taken only once for credit.