Topics covered are discrete time signals, discrete Fourier transforms, channel bandwidth, channel distortion, coding of analog information, data signal encoding, introduction to decision theory, matched filter, baseband systems, AM, FM, PM, phase-locked loops, secure communications and contemporary communications systems. Active and passive waveshaping, waveform generation. Experimentation with various types of circuits is provided by laboratory projects. Theory and analysis of transducers and related circuits and instrumentation. Generalized configurations and performance characteristics of instruments will be considered.
Transducer devices for measuring physical parameters such as motion, force, torque.
Study of current robotics technology with emphasis on robots suitable for industrial applications that require locomotion and sophisticated sensors. Class design project will be coordinated to produce a working modular robot. Included are SCR applications to inverters, motors controls. Study of the theoretical and practical aspects of transmission lines and waveguides. Smith Chart applications and design impedance matching networks, scattering parameters, interconnection and design of multiports.