Sensors and actuators play a crucial role in modern engineering and science by ensuring more accurate and reliable workflows and safer environments. This second edition of Sensors, Actuators, and Their Interfaces: A Multidisciplinary Introduction addresses the gap between circuitry knowledge and sensor understanding among students and young engineers with backgrounds in engineering and science. The author presents a broad and applications-oriented approach to sensors and actuators, making the content discipline-independent for a diverse audience.
The book delves into interfacing—the essential processes and mechanisms that connect sensors and actuators—highlighting their importance for reliable system operation. It covers various types of sensors and actuators including temperature, thermal, optical, electric, magnetic, mechanical, acoustic, chemical, radiation, and smart sensors. Detailed discussions on their interfaces provide a comprehensive understanding.
With 928 pages packed with numerous examples and problem sets, the book is designed to be both educational and practical. Useful appendices offer additional support for readers. Published by The Institution of Engineering and Technology in March 2020, this revised edition is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking a multidisciplinary introduction to sensors, actuators, and their interfaces.
