Mechatronics and precision engineering

Mechatronics and precision engineering

TEKNIKER works with a range of technologies enabling it to tackle the design, and the simulation and validation of mechatronic systems on the basis of needs analyses and the development of conceptual designs right up to the supply and validation of fully functional prototypes.

Mechatronics consists of synergistic interaction among various engineering disciplines (mechanics, control, micro-electronics, computing, etc.) geared towards integrating functionalities in machines or devices.

Yet the concept of precision engineering includes the design and development of machines and devices following basic principles geared towards prioritising precision over any other requirement.

The two concepts grouped together in this field of research enable TEKNIKER to excel in activities involving more basic research (for example, in magnetic levitation systems) as well as in their application, preferably through the development of prototypes in different sectors, such as machine tools, renewable energies, equipment for large scientific facilities, etc.

The technologies mastered by TEKNIKER focus not only on theoretical analyses but also on experimental results, and the correlation between the two of them is a key element for developing the most basic concept right up to the final, fully operational equipment.

The basic technologies in connection with the theoretical analyses are as follows:

  • Structural analysis (deformations, stresses, fatigue, dynamics, composite materials)
  • Kinematics and dynamics (multi-body systems, drive systems, driving and guiding systems, rotor dynamics) 
  • Precision engineering (error budget, precision design, optomechanics, compliant mechanisms, dimensional methodology)
  • Fluid mechanics (hydraulics, hydrostatic and magnetorheological systems, highly-demanding pneumatics)
  • Thermoenergy engineering (heat transfer, thermodynamics)
  • Multi-domain and multiphysics simulation
  • Temporary modelling and simulation of systems, design and controller adjustment

Work is also carried out on experimental technologies, such as:

  • Stress measurement by means of extensometry
  • Vibration analysis (modal , modal operational, balanced analysis)
  • Temperature measuring technologies (thermography, thermocouples, pyrometry)
  • Dimensional metrology by means of the development of ad hoc procedures, multilateration techniques, measuring with contact (probes) and without contact (laser, optics and inductive techniques), 3D digitization and photogrammetry.

 

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    TEKNIKER works with a range of technologies enabling it to tackle the design, and the simulation and validation of mechatronic systems on the basis of needs analyses and the development of conceptual designs right up to the supply and validation of fully functional prototypes.

    Mechatronics consists of synergistic interaction among various engineering disciplines (mechanics, control, micro-electronics, computing, etc.) geared towards integrating functionalities in machines or devices.

    Yet the concept of precision engineering includes the design and development of machines and devices following basic principles geared towards prioritising precision over any other requirement.

    The two concepts grouped together in this field of research enable TEKNIKER to excel in activities involving more basic research (for example, in magnetic levitation systems) as well as in their application, preferably through the development of prototypes in different sectors, such as machine tools, renewable energies, equipment for large scientific facilities, etc.

    The technologies mastered by TEKNIKER focus not only on theoretical analyses but also on experimental results, and the correlation between the two of them is a key element for developing the most basic concept right up to the final, fully operational equipment.

    The basic technologies in connection with the theoretical analyses are as follows:

    • Structural analysis (deformations, stresses, fatigue, dynamics, composite materials)
    • Kinematics and dynamics (multi-body systems, drive systems, driving and guiding systems, rotor dynamics) 
    • Precision engineering (error budget, precision design, optomechanics, compliant mechanisms, dimensional methodology)
    • Fluid mechanics (hydraulics, hydrostatic and magnetorheological systems, highly-demanding pneumatics)
    • Thermoenergy engineering (heat transfer, thermodynamics)
    • Multi-domain and multiphysics simulation
    • Temporary modelling and simulation of systems, design and controller adjustment

    Work is also carried out on experimental technologies, such as:

    • Stress measurement by means of extensometry
    • Vibration analysis (modal , modal operational, balanced analysis)
    • Temperature measuring technologies (thermography, thermocouples, pyrometry)
    • Dimensional metrology by means of the development of ad hoc procedures, multilateration techniques, measuring with contact (probes) and without contact (laser, optics and inductive techniques), 3D digitization and photogrammetry.

     

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    • Volumetric verification of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and machine tools (MTs) as well as the interpretation and analysis of the geometric deviations obtained
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    • Portable equipment

    EXPERTISE

    • Verification and dimensional consulting of medium-sized and large parts, components and tooling, bearing in mind the requirements, procedures and standards to be taken into consideration in each case
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    • Acceleration voltage from 0.02 V to 30 kV
    • Magnification up to 1,000,000 
    • 5 apertures: 10 µm, 20 µm, 30 µm, 60 µm and 120 µm
    • Maximum sample weight: 0.5 kg
    • Charge compensator to prevent charging of non-conducting materials 
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    • Three-coordinate measuring machine with a measuring volume of 800x1000x600 mm 
    • Accuracies of (0.4+L/900) µm on each axis and (0.7+L/600) µm in volume
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    EXPERTISE

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    • Verification of parts
    • CAD profile comparison 
    • Verification of gears
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    • Portable coordinate measuring machine for the 3D measuring of the position of target points on the mensurand
    • Contrast based on speed of use and precision (approx. 25 µm in a metre) of this measuring technique

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    • Analysis of deformations in structures
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    EXPERTISE

    • Geometrical and dimensional characterisation of components of different size and volume
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    • A white light interferometry microscope for measuring 3D surfaces with a high degree of resolution
    • The vertical range of the equipment goes from 0.1 nm to 1 mm 
    • Its repeatability can be as much as 0.01 nm

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    • 3D surface measurements with high resolution
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    • Use of fluorescence (epifluorescence)
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