Servomechanisms
Keywords |
Classification |
Keyword |
OFICIAL |
Automation |
Instance: 2009/2010 - 1S
Cycles of Study/Courses
Acronym |
No. of Students |
Study Plan |
Curricular Years |
Credits UCN |
Credits ECTS |
Contact hours |
Total Time |
MIEM |
21 |
Syllabus since 2006/2007 |
5 |
- |
6 |
56 |
160 |
Teaching language
Portuguese
Objectives
This course aims to give an overview on technologies related with servomechanism systems, namely electro-hydraulic and electric systems.
Proportional hydraulics and servo-hydraulics
Component modelling and electro-hydraulic and electric system servomechanism systems
Conception of servomechanism systems
Program
Revision of concepts related with control systems: terminology, basics, static and dynamic characteristics;
Proportional hydraulics: elements of hydraulic control systems, means of electronic control. Characteristics of the elements of proportional hydraulic control systems;
Conception and dimensioning of systems;
Servo-hydraulics: elements of servo-hydraulic systems. Servo-valves;
Numerical modelling of hydraulic systems; calculation and modelling of systems;
Electric servomechanisms: AC/DC servo engines; Technology, characteristics and applications; step-by-step engines
Techniques of control of linear systems
Teaching methods and learning activities
Theoretical classes will be based on course theoretical themes.
Practical classes will be divided into laboratory classes and analysis classes regarding modelling and numerical calculation.
Evaluation Type
Evaluation with final exam
Assessment Components
Description |
Type |
Time (hours) |
Weight (%) |
End date |
Attendance (estimated) |
Participação presencial |
56,00 |
|
|
Personal study |
Exame |
86,00 |
|
|
|
Total: |
- |
0,00 |
|
Amount of time allocated to each course unit
Description |
Type |
Time (hours) |
End date |
Preparation for Final Exam |
Estudo autónomo |
20 |
|
|
Total: |
20,00 |
|
Eligibility for exams
Students must attend to a minimum number of classes according to General Evaluation Rules of FEUP
Calculation formula of final grade
A written exam (2 hours)
Examinations or Special Assignments
Not applicable
Special assessment (TE, DA, ...)
A written exam
Classification improvement
A written exam