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Identical coursesProduction Machines and Systems (B-KUL-H04W0A)
Cannot be taken as part of an examination contractAims
1. The student knows and learns how modern production machines and/or systems constructed. The student can explain the role and function of the different components (frames, guides, actuators, control,..) of an existing machine or system (based on real machine or a drawing/model).
2. Based on a given product specification (dimensions, precision, lot sizes, ..), the student can conceptually design a machine / system conception (component selection).
3. The student knows the different ways to automate a production machine/system (computer control). He learns how the control of a production system is performed.
4. The student knows the problems related to the thermal and dynamic behavior of production machines and systems. He also learns the methods / procedures for the improvement of the thermal and dynamic behavior of the machine tool/system.
5. The student knows the procedures (and methods) for the purchase of a production machine and system. This will include methods to measure the accuracy, dynamic and thermal behavior of the machine tool.
Previous knowledge
Basic knowledge of machine construction (machine elements), production techniques and materials.
Is included in these courses of study
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- Master of Biomedical Engineering (Programme for students started before 2021-2022) (Leuven) 120 ects.
- Courses for Exchange Students Faculty of Engineering Science (Leuven)
- Master of Mechanical Engineering (Leuven) 120 ects.
- Master of Mechanical Engineering (Leuven) (Module: Mechatronics & Robotics) 120 ects.
- Master of Materials Engineering (Leuven) 120 ects.
- EIT-KIC Dual Degree Tracks in Sustainable Materials Engineering (Leuven) (EIT-KIC Dual Degree Track in Sustainable Materials Engineering: Option Sustainable Materials (Leuven - Leoben)) 120 ects.
- Master of Mechanical Engineering (Programme for Engineering Technology Students) (Leuven) 120 ects.
- Master of Mechanical Engineering (Programme for Engineering Technology Students) (Leuven) (Module: Mechatronics & Robotics) 120 ects.
Activities
2.4 ects. Production Machines and Systems: Lecture (B-KUL-H04W0a)
Content
The course comprises the following chapters:
- Concepts for production machines and systems
- Construction of machine tools (building forms, materials, construction, ..)
- Tool spindles (construction, drives, tool holder systems)
- Clamping, slides, .. (guides, drives, positioning systems, ..)
- Controllers (PLC, NC programming, "feature-based" controls, communications, adaptive control)
- Flexible production systems (integration of machines, palletizing, communication between machines, ..)
- Thermal stability of machine tools
- Dynamic behavior of machine toolsQuality control of machine tools
Course material
Study cost: 1-10 euros (The information about the study costs as stated here gives an indication and only represents the costs for purchasing new materials. There might be some electronic or second-hand copies available as well. You can use LIMO to check whether the textbook is available in the library. Any potential printing costs and optional course material are not included in this price.)
The course text is a set of detailed slides (text provides enough to completely understand the content). This slides are available at Toledo
Format: more information
Classical lectures! The teacher covers the material using PowerPoint presentations, supplemented by notes on the blackboard
Is also included in other courses
0.6 ects. Production Machines and Systems: Laboratory Sessions (B-KUL-H04X1a)
Content
The four objectives are translated into four practical sessions:
Session 1 & 2 (2x2, 5 hours): Study of the construction of a production machine / system. Firstly, a number of production machines / systems (available in the workshop of the department of mechanical engineering) are explained. The student must also independently analyze an existing machine. Furthermore, during this practicum a production machine / system is designed based on a given product specification.
Session 3: Actuation of machine tools (PLC, positioning)
Session 4: Evaluation of machine tools (accuracy of the machine, dynamic behavior, ..)
Course material
For the various practical sessions, course material is available on Toledo
Format: more information
The students work in a lab session in groups of 4 students. If a guiding text (explaining the lab session) is available, it should be read in advance. The students are supervised by an assistant, but the practical session should be done by the student as independent as possible.
Is also included in other courses
Evaluation
Evaluation: Production Machines and Systems (B-KUL-H24W0a)
Explanation
Closed book exam.
Lab session attendance is compulsory.
Unjustified absence for a lab session results in a score of 0/20 for the whole course.
Information about retaking exams
It is not possible to retake lab sessions, so a retake of the exam is not possible in case of an unjustified absence for a lab session.