Editor: Ilesanmi Afolabi Daniyan

Principles of Automation and Control

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Library License: US $176
ISBN: 978-981-5080-93-3 (Print)
ISBN: 978-981-5080-92-6 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2023
DOI: 10.2174/97898150809261230101

Introduction

Principles of Automation and Control is a concise textbook that explains the basics of robust automation and control strategies. It demonstrates the essentials for meeting consumer needs and ensuring cost-effective manufacturing processes without compromising product quality. With a focus on Industry 4.0, this book explores the principles and applications of automation in industrial systems, emphasizing efficiency, profitability, and flexibility. The thirteen chapters cover automated processes, control theory, computer control devices, industrial automation tools, and practical examples of system automation. The text uses a multidisciplinary approach with simple language to cater to the needs of readers at all levels (learners, beginner engineers, and professionals) seeking to expand their knowledge in automation and control theory and practice. Real-world case studies and empirical findings are also highlighted, which show how automated business solutions can enhance performance.

Audience: Students, beginner-level engineers, and professionals in training

Contributors

Editor(s):
Ilesanmi Afolabi Daniyan
Department of Industrial Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 0001
South Africa




Contributor(s):
Abdulrahman Adama
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Federal University Oye Ekit
Nigeria


Adefemi Adeodu
Department of Mechanical Engineering
University of South Africa
Florida
South Africa


Bankole Oladapo
School of Engineering and Sustainable Developmen
De Montfort University Leiceste
UK


Boitumelo Ramatsetse
Department of Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering
University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch
South Africa


Cordelia Ochuole Omoyi
Department of Mechanical Engineering
University of Calabar
Calabar
Nigeria


Fawaz A. Babajide
Department of Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering
Afe Babalola University
Ado Ekiti
Nigeria


Felix Ale
Department of Engineering & Space Systems
National Space Research & Development Agency
Abuja
Nigeria


Ilesanmi Afolabi Daniyan
Department of Industrial Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 0001
South Africa


Ikenna Uchegbu
Department of Mechanical &Afe Babalola, Ado Ekiti Mechatronic Engineering
Afe Babalola, Ado Ekiti
Nigeria


Ididiong Etudor
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Afe Babalola Universit
Ado Ekiti
Nigeria


Jacobs Kelechi
Department of Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering
Afe Babalola University of Nigeria
Ado Ekiti
Nigeria


Kazeem Aderemi
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Federal University
Oye-Ekiti
Nigeria


Kazeem Aderemi Bello
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Federal University Oye Ekit
Nigeria


Khumbulani Mpofu
Department of Industrial Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 0001
South Africa


Lanre Daniyan
Department of Instrumentation
Centre for Basic Space Science, University of Nigeria
Nsukka
Nigeria


Mukondeleli Grace Kana-kana
Department of Industrial Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 0001
South Africa


Olasunkanmi Adekunle Odunaiya
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Federal University Oye Ekit
Nigeria


Osato Alexendra Ighodaro
Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics
Afe Babalola University
Ado Ekiti
Nigeria


Rendani Maladzhi
Department of Mechanical Engineering
University of South Africa
Florida
South Africa


Saheed Akande
Department of Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering
Afe Babalola University
Ado Ekiti
Nigeria


Vincent Balogun
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Afe Babalola University
Ado Ekiti
Nigeria


Wasiu Adeyemi Oke
Department of Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering
Afe Babalola University
Ado Ekiti
Nigeria