Component Based Mechatronics Modelling Methodology (original) (raw)

There is long history of developing modelling systems in the fields like mechanics, electronics and control. Modelling a mechatronical system needs a sophisticated approach in modelling methodology especially at early stages of the design process. There are modelling tools in the market for mechatronics systems based on the general physical similarity principles of both mechanical and electrical components. It is well known that most of the later design constraints are designed into a product at the very first stages of the product development process. Therefore the concept design stage is of main interest though with strong links and sights to prospective end product.