Handling Technology

Department

Master's Program Mechatronics

Course unit code

MECH-M-3-HHT-HHT-ILV

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3.0

Name of lecturer(s)

FH-Prof. Dr.-Ing. Repetzki Sebastian

Mode of delivery

face-to-face

Recommended optional program components

none

Recommended or required reading

- Bartenschläger, J., Hebel, H., Schmidt, G.: Handhabungs-technik mit Robotertechnik Verlag Vieweg.
- Hesse, S.: Fertigungsautomatisierung, Verlag Vieweg.
- Wolf, A., Steinmann, R., Schunk, H.: Grippers in Motion: Fascination of Automated Handling Tasks, Springer Verlag.
- Groover, M.P.: Automation, Production Systems, and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, 3. Auflage, Pearson Education

Assessment methods and criteria

Exam, Lab report

Level of course unit

Master

Year of study

Fall 2025

Semester when the course unit is delivered

3

Language of instruction

English

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Students
• are able to analyze complex mechatronic systems and reliably describe dynamic processes in mathematical form,
• are able to develop dedicated components

Course contents

• Position and orientation in space, various transformations (Euler angle, RPR angle, rotation vector) of spatial position descriptions, analytical geometry
• Statistical parameters (VDI 2861)
• Repetition accuracy (positioning, path), reliability
• Applications for imaging and force/moment sensors with robots
• Reliable man-machine interaction
• Near real-time sensors and controls
• Current developments in industrial robotics

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course comprises an interactive mix of lectures, discussions and individual and group work.

Work placement(s)

none