Industrial Automation and Robotics

with Pneumatic and Hydraulic actuators, which covers classification, construction and working of cylinders and motors. Chapter 7 deals with construction and working of various Pneumatics and Hydraulics valves. In Chapter 8 basic Pneumatic and Hydraulic circuits are discussed. Chapter 9, which is on Fluidics, discusses the basic theories and advancements in this field and various fluidic components. Chapter 10 is on Pneumatic logic circuit design, which discusses various methods on circuit design. Chapter 11 is on electric and electronic controls used in automation. Components like sensors, PLC's and microprocessors are included. Chapter 12 deals with Transfer Devices and Feeders. Chapters 13-17 are on Robotics. These cover Robotic Sensors, Robotic Grippers, Robot Program