Control Engineering - Softcover

Bolton, W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0582097290 ISBN 13: 9780582097292

Publisher: Longman, 1992

Synopsis

Control engineering is the terminology used to describe the use of automation in repetitive checking and assessment processes in the manufacturing industries. This text introduces the reader to a full range of topics vital to an understanding of the methods of control engineering. It includes worked examples, with answers; and more than 300 diagrams and tables to clarify difficult concepts. The text should be of interest to HNC/HND students studying control engineering. The book covers block M or the BTEC bank of objectives for Electrical and Electronic Principles Unit N U86/329 and blocks J and P of the electrical and electronic Principles bank of objectives of Unit H 136/83B.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Control Engineering provides a basic yet comprehensive introduction to the subject of control engineering for both mechanical and electrical engineering students. It is well written, easy to follow and contains many examples to reinforce understanding of the theory.

This second edition has undergone a substantial revision in order to appeal to both branches of engineering but still serves as a basic introduction that does not venture into unnecessary depth, and does not assume too much of the reader.

Key Features     *    comprehensive introduction which starts at a low level

    *    includes three new chapters on control system hardware, discrete time systems and microprocessor based control

    *    chapter on z-transform has been rewritten

    *    includes more practical applications, including section on use of MATLAB

    *    supported by more case studies

    *    section on digital control made much stronger

    *    improved index

    *    essential reading for all HNC/HND students undertaking any study of control engineering. It is also suitable for any degree course where an introduction to control system analysis is required.

About the Author

William Bolton is a former Consultant to Further Education Unit and Head of Research, Development and Monitoring BTEC.

Edition details

• Publisher: Longman
• Publication date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0582097290
• ISBN 13: 9780582097292
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 336