Mechatronics

Translate the desired robotic-arm and mobile-base capabilities into measurable requirements for reach, payload, repeatability, speed, and runtime.

Create a functional block diagram that separates the mechanical, electrical, sensing, control, and software subsystems of a mechatronic system.

Create an interface table specifying the power, signal, data, and mechanical connections between subsystems.

Identify mechanical, electrical, thermal, and motion hazards in the planned builds and assign a control measure to each.

Apply a staged power-up procedure that tests one subsystem at a time before integration.