CMR334 Automotive Mechatronics Syllabus:
CMR334 Automotive Mechatronics Syllabus – Anna University Regulation 2021
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. The intention and purpose of this course is to study the basics of electronics, emission controls and its Importance in automobiles.
2. To study the Ignition and Injection system in Automobiles
3. To study the various sensors and actuators used in automobiles for improving fuel economy and emission control.
4. To study the various blocks of mechatronic control units used for control of fuel, ignition and exhaust systems.
5. To learn about different types of chassis and mechatronics safety systems in automobile
UNIT – I INTRODUCTION
Evolution of electronics in automobiles – emission laws – introduction to Euro I, Euro II, Euro III, Euro IV, Euro V standards – Equivalent Bharat Standards. Charging systems: Working and design of charging circuit diagram – Alternators – Requirements of starting system – Starter motors and starter circuits.
UNIT – II IGNITION AND INJECTION SYSTEMS
Ignition systems: Ignition fundamentals – Electronic ignition systems – Programmed Ignition – Distribution less ignition – Direct ignition – Spark Plugs. Electronic fuel Control: Basics of combustion – Engine fuelling and exhaust emissions – Electronic control of carburetion – Petrol fuel injection – Diesel fuel injection.
UNIT – III SENSOR AND ACTUATORS IN AUTOMOTIVES
Working principle and characteristics of Airflow rate, Engine crankshaft angular position, Hall effect, Throttle angle, temperature, exhaust gas oxygen sensors – study of fuel injector, exhaust gas recirculation actuators, stepper motor actuator, and vacuum operated actuator.
UNIT – IV ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMS
Control modes for fuel control-engine control subsystems – ignition control methodologies – different ECU’s used in the engine management – block diagram of the engine management system. In vehicle networks: CAN standard, format of CAN standard – diagnostics systems in modern automobiles.
UNIT – V CHASSIS AND SAFETY SYSTEMS
Traction control system – Cruise control system – electronic control of automatic transmission – antilock braking system – electronic suspension system – working of airbag and role of MEMS in airbag systems – centralized door locking system – climate control of cars.
TOTAL: 45 PERIODS
COURSE OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
CO1: Know the importance of emission standards in automobiles.
CO2: Understand the electronic fuel injection/ignition components and their function.
CO3: Choose and use sensors and equipment for measuring mechanical quantities, temperature and appropriate actuators.
CO4: Diagnose electronic engine control systems problems with appropriate diagnostic tools.
CO5: Analyze the chassis and vehicle safety system.
TEXT BOOK
1. Ribbens, “Understanding Automotive Electronics”, 8th Edition, Elsevier, Indian Reprint, 2017.
REFERENCES
1. Barry Hollembeak, “Automotive Electricity, Electronics & Computer Controls”, Delmar Publishers, 7th edition, 2019.
2. Richard K. Dupuy “Fuel System and Emission controls”, Check Chart Publication,4th edition, 2000.
3. Ronald. K. Jurgon, “Automotive Electronics Handbook”, McGraw-Hill, 1999.
4. Tom Denton, “Automobile Electrical and Electronics Systems”, Edward Arnold Publishers, 2000.