Modern Manufacturing Concepts

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Apply microcontrollers and cyber-physical systems in automation.
Explore robotics, additive manufacturing, and smart factories.

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Modern Manufacturing Concepts introduces learners to the technologies driving smart factories and digital transformation in manufacturing. The course explores electrical drives, microcontroller-based control systems, cyber-physical systems, collaborative robotics, cellular manufacturing, and digital additive manufacturing. Through expert-led instruction and practical industrial examples, learners will understand how intelligent systems integrate the physical and digital worlds to enhance productivity, flexibility, and innovation in modern manufacturing environments.

Learning Objectives By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Explain the fundamentals of electrical drives and cyber-physical systems. Apply microcontrollers and Arduino Nano for automation and control applications. Describe the role of robotics and collaborative robots in manufacturing. Understand cellular manufacturing and digital additive manufacturing concepts. Analyze how new-age manufacturing technologies support digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Target Learners Engineering students in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, and Manufacturing disciplines. Professionals seeking to upskill in automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing. Industry practitioners interested in Industry 4.0 and smart factory technologies. Learners aspiring to careers in advanced manufacturing and industrial innovation.

This module Electrical Drives and Control introduces the components and control techniques that enable motion and actuation in modern manufacturing systems. The module covers sensors and actuators, explaining how sensors collect real-time data and actuators convert electrical signals into physical motion. Learners explore the control of solenoid valves using microcontrollers in pneumatic and hydraulic systems for precise force and motion control. The module introduces the Arduino Nano platform and its use in controlling actuators, particularly servo motors for robotic applications. Practical exercises include interfacing a servo motor with Arduino Nano, controlling it using a potentiometer, and managing multiple servo motors through the PCA9685 controller. The module concludes with the assembly and testing of a 5-degree-of-freedom (5 DOF) robotic arm, integrating sensors, actuators, and control logic into a complete robotic system. Overall, it provides the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills required for electrical drives, motion control, and robotic automation.

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12 videos1 assignment

12 videosTotal 112 minutes

About the Specialization3 minutes
About the Course2 minutes
Sensor and Actuators - Part 17 minutes
Sensor and Actuators - Part 28 minutes
Controlling Solenoid Valves using Microcontroller for Pneumatics and Hydraulics - Part 15 minutes
Controlling Solenoid Valves using Microcontroller for Pneumatics and Hydraulics - Part 211 minutes
Introduction to Arduino Nano10 minutes
Interfacing to Servo Motor using Arduino Nano 9 minutes
Controlling Servo Motor with Potentiometer using Arduino Nano7 minutes
Controlling 5 Servo Motor with PCA9685 using Microcontroller - Part 19 minutes
Controlling 5 Servo Motor with PCA9685 using Microcontroller - Part 29 minutes
Demo: 5 DOF Robotic Arm Assembly and Testing 31 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Assessment on Electrical Drives and Cyber Physical Systems30 minutes

This module New Age Manufacturing Concepts explores the evolution of traditional manufacturing into intelligent, automated, and flexible production systems. The module covers Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM), Computer-Aided Process Planning (CAPP), and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) for integrating and optimizing production activities. Learners study Group Technology, Cellular Manufacturing, and lean manufacturing, along with the role of robotics in improving efficiency and reducing waste. The module introduces applications such as reverse engineering, mechatronics system design, expert systems, and cognitive manufacturing for intelligent decision-making. It also covers embedded systems, microcontrollers, fuzzy logic, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) for real-time control and automation. A case study on embedded systems in manufacturing machinery and discussions on entrepreneurial opportunities in robotic manufacturing provide practical and business perspectives. Overall, the module prepares learners to understand and innovate in Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing environments.

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23 videos4 readings1 assignment3 plugins

23 videosTotal 151 minutes

Computer Integrated Manufacturing - Part 16 minutes
Computer Integrated Manufacturing - Part 26 minutes
Introduction to Computer Aided Process Planning (CAPP)7 minutes
Selection Criteria for CAPP Systems1 minute
Introduction to Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP)3 minutes
Case Studies and Applications of CAPP and MRP2 minutes
Group Technology - Part 19 minutes
Group Technology - Part 23 minutes
Cellular Manufacturing - Part 113 minutes
Cellular Manufacturing - Part 23 minutes
Robotics in Lean Manufacturing—Introduction3 minutes
Robotics in Lean Manufacturing—Challenges and Opportunities1 minute
Mechatronics System Design - Part 17 minutes
Mechatronics System Design - Part 27 minutes
Expert Systems in Manufacturing8 minutes
Embedded Systems in Manufacturing Machineries - Case Study (Part 1)7 minutes
Embedded Systems in Manufacturing Machineries - Case Study (Part 2)8 minutes
Role of Fuzzy Logic in Manufacturing Arena - Part 112 minutes
Role of Fuzzy Logic in Manufacturing Arena - Part 29 minutes
Microcontrollers in the Modern Machinery - Part 110 minutes
Microcontrollers in the Modern Machinery - Part 29 minutes
Role of PLCs in Machining Systems - Part 17 minutes
Role of PLCs in Machining Systems - Part 29 minutes

4 readingsTotal 40 minutes

Explanation of Widely used CAPP Systems10 minutes
Different Types of CAPP10 minutes
Integration of CAPP and MRP10 minutes
Robotics in Lean Manufacturing—Key Factors10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Assessment on New Age Manufacturing Concepts30 minutes

3 pluginsTotal 45 minutes

Robotics in Reverse Engineering15 minutes
Cognitive Manufacturing and Robotics an Analysis15 minutes
Entrepreneurial Aspirations in Robotic Manufacturing15 minutes

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