Sensors and Actuators
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Sensors and actuators are the interfaces between the physical and the electrical world. Our research covers various aspects of the measurement chain ranging from the physical sensor and actuator effects, conversion to/from electrical signals, analog signal conditioning to digital signal processing, frequently within a "smart sensor" or "smart actuator".Lectures with courses [VK]
Courses and labs[KU]
Research Seminar and Project
Lectures with courses [VK]
[700.500] CAE of Mechatronic Systems I
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Semester |
Winter semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl, Dr. Markus Neumayer Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at, Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
VK (lecture with integrated courses, project, exercises or mini-seminar) 2 SWS, 4 ECTS |
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Description |
Computer aided design and optimization gains more and more importance in the development process of new products. A comprehensive knowledge about the physical effects and numerical schemes is essential for setting up useful numerical simulations. After an engineering oriented introduction to the mathematical modeling of materials, the students will learn to use numerical simulation to design and optimize entire mechatronic systems. With respect to the development of "smart systems" it is recommended to attend in parallel "Measurement Signal Processing". |
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Topics |
Fundamentals
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Keywords |
Sensor effects, actuator effects, simulation, physical modeling |
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Prior knowledge |
Sound background in mathematics |
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Learning objective |
Acquire physical background knowledge and experience in the computer aided design of mechatronic systems |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers |
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Recommended Lectures |
Measurement Signal Processing (recommended in parallel) |
[700.550] CAE of Mechatronic Systems II
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Semester |
Summer semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at, Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
VK (lecture with integrated courses, project, exercises or mini-seminar) 2 SWS, 4 ECTS |
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Description |
Continuation of CAE of Mechatronic Systems I with a focus on application examples |
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Topics |
Extension of CAE of Mechatronics I |
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Keywords |
Sensor effects, actuator effects, simulation, physical modeling |
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Prior knowledge |
Sound background in mathematics |
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Learning objective |
Acquire physical background knowledge and experience in the computer aided design of mechatronic systems |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers |
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Recommended Lectures |
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[700.544] Wireless Transducers
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Semester |
Summer Semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at, Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
VK (lecture with integrated courses, project, exercises or mini-seminar) 2 SWS, 4 ECTS |
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Description |
This course focuses on wireless sensors and actuators, in particular with respect to autarkic system (i.e. systems comprising sensors, actuators, wireless communication, energy harvesting, energy storage, signal processing). Sensor and actuator effects are analyzed with respect to power and energy requirements. Energy harvesting methods, different types of energy storage and electronic circuitry as part of the energy management concept are presented. |
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Topics |
Topics include: Sensor and actuator effects for wireless applications Energy Harvesting from various sources (light, mechanic motion, temperature gradients, electromagnetic fields, vibration, chemical ...) Energy storage (primary and secondary batteries, supercaps) Electronic circuitry for power management (rectifier, DC/DC converters,...) Wake-up circuitry Power Management Wireless communication, RFID and Sensors/Actuators Transducer Electronic Datasheet Pairing of Wireless Transducers Application Examples |
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Keywords |
Optimization, robust design, reliability, FTA, FMEA, DOE |
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Prior knowledge |
none |
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Learning objective |
Acquire an overview of and experience with methods for the design of wireless transducers |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Measurement Signal Processing |
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Recommended Lectures |
Sensor Networks |
[700.540] Measurement Signal Processing
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Semester |
Winter semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at, Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
VK (lecture with integrated courses, project, exercises or mini-seminar) 2 SWS, 4 ECTS |
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Description |
This course focuses on the processing of measurement data, in particular with respect to sensors and measurement (also with respect to resource limited wireless sensors). The theory is applied to examples of mechatronic systems (thus it is recommended to also attend CAE of mechatronic systems I). As a continuation, the course Robust Design and Reliability extends the approach towards system optimization. |
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Topics |
Topics include: Review of the measurement chain Review of sources of uncertainty Review evaluation of uncertainty in measurement Estimation theory (CRLB, MVUE, ML, BLUE, LS, MMSE, MAP LMMSE) Detection Theory (NP LRT, GLRT) Applications (? CAE of mechatronic systems I) |
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Keywords |
Algorithms for smart sensors, estimation theory, detection theory |
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Prior knowledge |
Stochastic I |
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Learning objective |
Acquire an overview of and experience with methods for the design measurement signal processing algorihtms |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers |
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Recommended Lectures |
Robust Design and Reliability (as a continuation) |
[700.544] Wireless Transducers
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Semester |
Summer Semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at, Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
VK (lecture with integrated courses, project, exercises or mini-seminar) 2 SWS, 4 ECTS |
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Description |
This course focuses on wireless sensors and actuators, in particular with respect to autarkic system (i.e. systems comprising sensors, actuators, wireless communication, energy harvesting, energy storage, signal processing). Sensor and actuator effects are analyzed with respect to power and energy requirements. Energy harvesting methods, different types of energy storage and electronic circuitry as part of the energy management concept are presented. |
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Topics |
Topics include: Sensor and actuator effects for wireless applications Energy Harvesting from various sources (light, mechanic motion, temperature gradients, electromagnetic fields, vibration, chemical ...) Energy storage (primary and secondary batteries, supercaps) Electronic circuitry for power management (rectifier, DC/DC converters,...) Wake-up circuitry Power Management Wireless communication, RFID and Sensors/Actuators Transducer Electronic Datasheet Pairing of Wireless Transducers Application Examples |
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Keywords |
Optimization, robust design, reliability, FTA, FMEA, DOE |
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Prior knowledge |
none |
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Learning objective |
Acquire an overview of and experience with methods for the design of wireless transducers |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Measurement Signal Processing |
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Recommended Lectures |
Sensor Networks |
[700.542] Robust Design and Reliability
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Semester |
Summer semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at, Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
VK (lecture with integrated courses, project, exercises or mini-seminar) 2 SWS, 4 ECTS |
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Description |
Mechatronic systems achieve over more and more capabilities and perform more and more tasks autonomously. Thus, it is of extreme importance that the systems are reliable under all operation conditions and can tolerate certain tolerances of parameters. This course offers an overview of the concepts and introduction to important methods. The course links robust design, optimization and reliability engineering with sensor and actuator design and measurement signal processing. In the accompanying exercise the methods will be applied to sensor and actuator examples. |
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Topics |
Topics include: Introduction to Failure Modes Probabilistic Modeling of Failures and Statistical Evaluation Root Causes of Failures (including Electromagnetic Disturbances) Methods for improvement of reliability Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) Fault Injection Experimental Design (DOE) (Taguchi, Classical, Bayesian) Robust Design – Definition of Target Functions Functional Safety |
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Keywords |
Optimization, robust design, reliability, FTA, FMEA, DOE |
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Prior knowledge |
none |
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Learning objective |
Acquire an overview of and experience with methods for robust design and reliability engineering |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers |
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Recommended Lectures |
Stochastic 1 |
Courses and Labs [KU]
[700.501] CAE of Mechatronic Systems I
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Semester |
Winter semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl, Dr. Markus Neumayer Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart Systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at, Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
KU 2 SWS, 3 ECTS |
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Description |
Various concepts presented in the lecture will be studied in practical examples |
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Topics |
Refer to lecture |
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Keywords |
Sensor effects, actuator effects, simulation, physical modeling |
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Prior knowledge |
CAE of Mechatronic Systems I (course in parallel) |
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Learning objective |
Acquire experience in the application of computer aided methods for the design of mechatronic systems |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers |
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Recommended Lectures |
Measurement Signal Processing |
[700.551] CAE of Mechatronic Systems II
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Semester |
Summer semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart Systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at, Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
KU 2 SWS, 3 ECTS |
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Description |
Various concepts presented in the lecture will be studied in practical examples |
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Topics |
Acquire experience in the application of computer aided methods for the design of mechatronic systems |
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Keywords |
Sensor effects, actuator effects, simulation, physical modeling |
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Prior knowledge |
Sound background in mathematics |
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Learning objective |
Acquire physical background knowledge and experience in the computer aided design of mechatronic systems |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers |
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Recommended Lectures |
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[700.543] Robust Design and Reliability
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Semester |
Summer semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
DI Klaus Hörmaier Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart Systems Technologies Email: Klaus.Hoermaier@aau.at, Klaus.Hoermaier@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
KU 2 SWS, 3 ECTS |
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Description |
Various concepts presented in the lecture will be studied in practical examples |
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Topics |
Refer to lecture |
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Keywords |
FMEA, FTA, Functional Safety, EMC, DOE |
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Prior knowledge |
none |
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Learning objective |
Acquire an experience with methods for robust design and reliability engineering |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers |
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Recommended Lectures |
Stochastic 1 |
[700.541] Measurement Signal Processing
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Semester |
Winter semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart Systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at, Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
KU 2 SWS, 3 ECTS |
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Description |
Various concepts presented in the lecture will be studied in practical examples |
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Topics |
Refer to lecture |
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Keywords |
Algorithms for smart sensors, estimation theory, detection theory |
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Prior knowledge |
Stochastic I |
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Learning objective |
Acquire an overview of and experience with methods for the design measurement signal processing algorithms |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers |
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Recommended Lectures |
Robust Design and Reliability (as a continuation) |
[700.599] Privatissimum for Master and PhD-Students
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Semester |
Summer/Winter semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
6 |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart Systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
KU 2 SWS, 6 ECTS (30 togehter with master thesis) |
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Description |
Students work independently on a research oriented project. Individual assignment (contact Prof. Zangl for more information) |
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Topics |
Open |
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Keywords |
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Prior knowledge |
Depends on the topic |
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Learning objective |
Gain experience in scientific work in the field of (smart) sensor and actuators |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given individually |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers |
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Recommended Lectures |
Depends on topic |
[700.800] Privatissimum zur Praxis
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Semester |
Summer/Winter semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart Systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
KU 1 SWS,(18 ECTS with Practice) |
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Description |
Students work independently on a research oriented industrial project. Individual assignment (contact Prof. Zangl for more information) |
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Topics |
Examples: www.aau.at/sat Please contact Prof. Zangl for other open topics. |
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Keywords |
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Prior knowledge |
Depends on the topic |
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Learning objective |
Gain practical experience |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given individually |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers |
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Recommended Lectures |
Depends on topic |
Research Seminar and Project
[700.597] Seminar in Sensors and Actuators
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Semester |
Summer semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart Systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
SE 2 SWS, 4 ECTS |
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Description |
In this seminar topical subjects in the area of Smart Sensors and Actuators will be regarded. Based on topical scientific publications on a particular subject participants develop presentations and a report on the selected topic, and finally give a talk for their fellow students and their supervisor. NOTE: The seminar will be held in blocks. Topics will be presented and assigned in the first meeting. Also the semester's schedule will be presented in the first meeting. |
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Topics |
Smart Sensors and Actuators in industrial, automotive and robotic applications |
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Keywords |
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Prior knowledge |
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Learning objective |
Improve knowledge in a particular field. Learn to read and interpret scientific publications. Presentation and to discuss scientific work with an audience. |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers Measurement Signal Processing CAE of Mechatronic Systems I and II Robust Design and Reliability |
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Recommended Lectures |
[700.xxx] Research Seminar in Sensors and Actuators
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Semester |
Summer/Winter semester |
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Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Hubert Zangl Sensors and Actuators Group, Institute of Smart Systems Technologies Email: Hubert.Zangl@aau.at |
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Type of lecture and number of credits |
SE 2 SWS, 6 ECTS |
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Description |
In this research seminar topical subjects in the area of Smart Sensors and Actuators will be regarded. Based on topical scientific publications on a particular subject participants develop presentations and a report on the selected topic, and finally give a talk for their fellow students and their supervisor. NOTE: The seminar will be held in blocks. Topics will be presented and assigned in the first meeting. Also the semester's schedule will be presented in the first meeting. |
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Topics |
Smart Sensors and Actuators in industrial, automotive and robotic applications |
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Keywords |
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Prior knowledge |
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Learning objective |
Improve knowledge in a particular field. Learn to read and interpret scientific publications. Presentation and to discuss scientific work with an audience. |
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Recommended Literature |
Will be given in the course |
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Language |
English |
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Related Lectures |
Wireless Transducers Measurement Signal Processing CAE of Mechatronic Systems I and II Robust Design and Reliability |
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Recommended Lectures |
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