A SEMINAR REPORT

ON

MECHATRONICS IN AEROSPACE
A seminar report submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of
the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering under State Board of Technical Education,
Kerala.

By

ARUNKUMAR K

Reg No: -2201023025

Under the Guidance of

Sri. MURALI T S

HOD, Department of Mechanical Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING,

GOVERNMENT POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE, KALAMASSERY,
ERNAKULAM -683104
 2024-2025

GOVERNMENT POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE, KALAMASSERY

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that report entitled "MECHATRONICS IN AEROSPACE" is a

bondage record of Seminar done by ARUNKUMAR K, Register No:2201023025,
Fifth Semester Diploma in Mechanical Engineering during the academic year
2024-2025 at Government Polytechnic College, Kalamassery in partial fulfilment of the
requirement for the award of DIPLOMA IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING under
the Technical Education, Government of Kerala. To the best of my knowledge and
belief this work has not been submitted elsewhere for the award of any other degree.

Sri. MURALI T S Sri. SANU JOY

Head of Department Lecturer of Department
Mechanical engineering Department of Mechanical engineering
 DECLARATION

I the undersigned solemnly declare that the seminar report entitled

"MECHATRONICS IN AEROSPACE" is based on my own work carried out during
the course of our study under the supervision of Sri. SANU JOY

I assert the statements made and conclusions drawn are an outcome of my research
work. I further certify that the work has not been submitted to any other institution for
any other degree/diploma/certificate in this university or any other universities abroad.

I have followed the guidelines provided by the university in writing the report.
Whenever I used materials (data, theoretical analysis, and text) from other sources, I
have given due credit to them in the text of the report and giving their details in the
references.

ARUNKUMAR K
Reg No: 2201023025
 GOVERNMENT POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE
KALAMASSERY
www.gptckalamassery.ae.in

INSTITUTION VISION AND MISSION

VISION

To become a centre of excellence committed to moulding technologically competent

and ethically motivated learners capable of contributing constructively to the
sustainable development of the society.

MISSION

1. To ensure a viable academic ambience conducive to intellectual growth and skill

acquisition.
2. To defect a symbiotic relationship between the industry and institute.
3. To infuse a sense of personal integrity, self-reliance and civic responsibility.
4. To inculcate entrepreneurship skills and leadership qualities in the learners through a
culture of innovation and excellence.
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KALAMASSERY
www.gptckalamassery.ae.in

DEPARTMENT VISION AND MISSION

VISOIN

To impart quality education that moulds technically proficient and socially responsible
professionals in Mechanical Engineering adept at contributing to the increasing
industrial need and sustainable growth of society.

MISSION

1. To provide the infrastructure and resources aimed at enhancing skill development.

2. To impart technical knowledge and promote a mutually constructive relationship
between the faculty and the learners.
3. To augment self-reliance and innovative spirit through the learning methodologies.
4. To inculcate leadership qualities by emphasizing commitment to society.
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KALAMASSERY
www.gptckalamassery.ae.in

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (Pos)

01 Basic and Discipline Apply knowledge of the basic mathematics, science
Specific knowledge and engineering fundamentals and engineering
specialization to solve the engineering problems.
02 Problem analysis Identify and analyse well-defined engineering
problems using codified standard methods.
03 Design/ development Design solutions for well-defined technical problems
Of solution and assist with the design of systems components or
processes to meet specified needs.
04 Engineering tools, Apply modern engineering tools and appropriate
Experimentation and technique to conduct standard tests and
Testing measurements.
05 Engineering practices Apply appropriate technology in content of society,
for society, sustainability, environment and ethical practices.
sustainability and
environment
06 Project Management Use engineering management principles individually,
as a team member or a leader to manage projects and
effectively communicate about well-defined
engineering activities.
07 Life-long learning Ability to analyse individual need and engage in
updating in the context of technological changes.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (SPOs)

01 Employability Students acquire technical and managerial skill that
make them employable.
02 Problem solving Students acquire theoretical background of each
course that they are capable of applying it for solving
real-time problems.
 PROGRAM EDUCATION OBJECTIVE (PEOs)
On successful completion of the program, the graduates are expected
1. To take up challenging careers in suitable corporate, business or educational
sectors across the world
2. To exhibit professionalism, ethical attitude, communications skills and team
work in the practice of profession, and adept to current trends by engaging in
lifelong learning.
3. To be knowledgeable and responsible citizens with good team work skills,
competent leadership qualities and holistic values.
 ACKNOWLEDGE

First and the foremost, I thank ALMIGHTY GOD who gave me the inner Strength,
resource and ability to complete my work successfully, without which all my effort
would have been in vain. I express my sincere gratitude to the principal, Dr. AIJU
THOMAS for providing me the facilities to do the seminar in a successful way. I stand
grateful to MURALI T S, head of the department (HOD) of mechanical engineering for
his valuable advice and motivation. II use this opportunity to thank all faculty members
in the department and the Friends who have helped me to complete the minor project,
with their inspiration and Cooperation.

ARUNKUMAR K

Reg No: 2201023025

Dept of Mechanical Engineering GPC Kalamassery

 ABSTRACT

Mechatronics is a vital component of modern aerospace engineering, integrating

mechanical systems with electronics, control systems, and software to improve the
performance, safety, and automation of aircraft and spacecraft. Through technologies
like fly-by-wire controls, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and health monitoring
systems, mechatronics enhances real-time decision-making and operational efficiency.
Key components such as sensors, actuators, and controllers enable precise control and
coordination, contributing to safer and more reliable aerospace operations. As the field
advances, innovations in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and electric
propulsion will drive further automation and sustainability in aerospace, leading to more
efficient and environmentally friendly systems.

Keywords:Mechatronics,Fly-by-wire,Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs),Health

monitoring systems,Sensors,Actuators,Controllers,Automation,Artificial intelligence
(AI),Machine learning (ML),Electric propulsion,Sustainability,Aviation technology.

Dept of Mechanical Engineering GPC Kalamassery

 TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE PAGE
NO

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1
CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW OF MECHATRONICS AND
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING 2
CHAPTER 3: KEY COMPONENTS IN AEROSPACE MECHATRONICS
3
3.1: Sensors 3
3.2: Actuators 3
CHAPTER 4: ROLE OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS IN AEROSPACE
4
CHAPTER 5: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF
MECHATRONICS IN AEROSPACE 5
CHAPTER 6: REAL-LIFE EXAMPLES OF MECHATRONICS IN AEROSPACE
6
6.1: Fly-By-Wire Systems 6
6.2: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Uavs) 6
6.3: Avionics Systems 7
6.4: Robotic Systems for Space Exploration 8
CHAPTER 7: FUTURE TRENDS AND RESEARCH
9
CHAPTER 8: CONCLUSION
10 REFERENCES
11
 LIST OF FIGURES

Figure no. Page no.

Figure 3.1.1 Different types of sensors 3

Figure 3.2.1 Aircraft actuator 3

Figure 6.2.1 General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper 6

Figure 6.3.1 F-32 Lighting II 7

Figure 6.4.1 Mars Rover (curiosity) 8

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