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Automation, Operation and Maintenance of Control and Communication Systems, 2nd Edition

A special issue of Electronics (ISSN 2079-9292). This special issue belongs to the section "Systems & Control Engineering".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (15 April 2025) | Viewed by 9091

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Prof. Dr. Piotr Szymak

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Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Polish Naval Academy, Inżyniera Jana Śmidowicza 69, 81-103 Gdynia, Poland
Interests: remote sensing of maritime unmanned vehicles; remote sensing and artificial intelligence in autonomous control and navigation
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Dr. Paweł Piskur

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Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Polish Naval Academy, 81-127 Gdynia, Poland
Interests: underwater vehicle propulsion system; fluid–structure interaction; biomimetic propulsion system; undulatory motion; robotic fish
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Dr. Stanisław Hożyń

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Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Polish Naval Academy, 81-127 Gdynia, Poland
Interests: computer vision; machine learning; automation and control systems; underwater vehicles
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue is dedicated to research on control and communication systems. With their provision of safety and autonomy, they have become critical in various civilian and military operations. Recently, with this given role, they have generated substantial research interest. This has resulted in significant progress in their automation and the operation of sophisticated tasks using advanced algorithms, methods and state-of-the-art devices. This Special Issue is devoted to displaying noteworthy studies that are concerned with recent advancements in the technological aspects of control and communication systems.

This Special Issue welcomes original research papers that address advancements in the automation, operation, and maintenance of control and communication systems. The scope of this Special Issue includes the latest techniques, solutions, and their applications in a range of civilian and military fields. These studies should address the application of artificial intelligence, with an emphasis on neural networks and deep learning.

Following the success of Volume I of this Special Issue (https://www.mdpi.com/journal/electronics/special_issues/ASMOR_electronics), in Volume II, we continue to assist all those interested in the topic to promote their vision and ideas.

We seek high-quality submissions reporting research and real-world applications covering topics including, but not limited to, the following:

  • Automation and robotics;
  • Autonomous systems;
  • Mechatronic systems;
  • Telecommunication systems;
  • Renewable energy;
  • Diagnostic and measurement systems;
  • Microwave technique;
  • Modeling and simulation of dynamic objects;
  • Ship technology;
  • Educational aspects of control and communication systems.

Prof. Dr. Piotr Szymak
Dr. Paweł Piskur
Dr. Stanisław Hożyń
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Keywords

  • automation of control systems
  • operation of control systems
  • maintenance of control systems
  • automation of communication systems
  • operation of communication systems
  • maintenance of communication systems

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Dynamics Modeling Dedicated to the Operation and Control of Underwater Vehicles
by Elżbieta Jarzębowska, Edyta Ładyżyńska-Kozdraś and Konrad Kamieniecki
Electronics 2025, 14(1), 195; https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics14010195 - 5 Jan 2025
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The paper addresses the dynamics modeling of underwater vehicles that are inertia propelled, i.e., they can move based upon the change of the amount of water in their water tanks and the motion of an internal mass, enabling maneuvers. Underwater vehicles of this [...] Read more.
The paper addresses the dynamics modeling of underwater vehicles that are inertia propelled, i.e., they can move based upon the change of the amount of water in their water tanks and the motion of an internal mass, enabling maneuvers. Underwater vehicles of this type can be successfully applied in ocean scientific reconnaissance and exploration missions or for water pollution monitoring. Usually, dynamics modeling methods for them are based upon the Newton–Euler or Lagrange approaches modified to encompass variable mass. The main motivation of this research is to explore other modeling methods and compare them to those traditionally used. In this paper, modeling methods based on the Maggi and Boltzmann–Hamel approaches are presented and discussed with respect to their effectiveness in modeling, operation, and control applications. The resulting comparisons indicate that the traditional approaches are sufficient for the analysis of vehicle operation and performance in the realization of simple tasks; however, they become of limited application when the variable mass or constraints on vehicle dynamics or motion are added or complex maneuvers are required. In this regard, the Maggi or Boltzmann–Hamel approaches are more effective for dynamics modeling. The theoretical development is illustrated by examples of vehicle dynamics developed using the approaches we propose. Full article
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Modeling and Estimation of the Pitch Angle for a Levitating Cart in a UAV Magnetic Catapult Under Stationary Conditions
by Edyta Ładyżyńska-Kozdraś, Bartosz Czaja, Sławomir Czubaj, Jan Tracz, Anna Sibilska-Mroziewicz and Leszek Baranowski
Electronics 2025, 14(1), 44; https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics14010044 - 26 Dec 2024
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The paper presents a method for modeling and estimating the orientation of a launch cart in the magnetic suspension system of an innovative UAV catapult. The catapult consists of stationary tracks lined with neodymium magnets, generating a trough-shaped magnetic field. The cart levitates [...] Read more.
The paper presents a method for modeling and estimating the orientation of a launch cart in the magnetic suspension system of an innovative UAV catapult. The catapult consists of stationary tracks lined with neodymium magnets, generating a trough-shaped magnetic field. The cart levitates above the tracks, supported by four containers housing high-temperature YBCO superconductors cooled with liquid nitrogen. The Meissner effect, characterized by the expulsion of magnetic fields from superconductors, ensures stable hovering of the cart. The main research challenge was to determine the cart’s orientation relative to the tracks, with a focus on the pitch angle, which is critical for collision-free operation and system efficiency. A dedicated measurement stand equipped with Hall sensors and Time-of-Flight (ToF) distance sensors was developed. Hall sensors mounted on the cart’s supports captured magnetic field data at specific points. To model the tracks, the CRISP-DM (Cross Industry Standard Process for Data Mining) methodology was employed—a structured framework consisting of six stages; from problem understanding and data preparation to model evaluation and deployment. This approach guided the analysis of data-driven models and facilitated accurate pitch angle estimation. Evaluation metrics, including mean squared error (MSE), were used to identify and select the optimal models. The final model achieved an MSE of 0.084°, demonstrating its effectiveness for precise orientation control. Full article
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The Algorithm for Determining the TCP Point of a 2D Scanner Using a Conical Element
by Andrzej Burghardt, Krzysztof Kurc, Dariusz Szybicki, Magdalena Muszyńska and Jacek Tutak
Electronics 2024, 13(21), 4292; https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics13214292 - 31 Oct 2024
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In the engineering practice of performing robotic measurements with a 2D scanner, a major difficulty is to accurately determine the tool center point (TCP) quickly and easily since it does not exist as a physical object. The article proposes an algorithm for determining [...] Read more.
In the engineering practice of performing robotic measurements with a 2D scanner, a major difficulty is to accurately determine the tool center point (TCP) quickly and easily since it does not exist as a physical object. The article proposes an algorithm for determining the coordinates of the TCP point. It relies on the possibility of using a conical element, such as a milling cutter of unknown geometry. So far, the algorithms found in the literature were based on a sphere of known size. The presented solution was simulated in RobotStudio 2019 software, while calculations were performed in Maple 14 software. In addition, the correctness of the presented solutions was verified on a real object, an IRB 2400 robot equipped with a Keyence 2D scanner. Full article
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Creating Digital Twins of Robotic Stations Using a Laser Tracker
by Dariusz Szybicki, Magdalena Muszyńska, Paulina Pietruś, Andrzej Burghardt and Krzysztof Kurc
Electronics 2024, 13(21), 4271; https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics13214271 - 31 Oct 2024
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This article deals with the design and creation of digital twins of robotic stations. A literature review of digital twins, robot programming methods and laser tracker applications is presented. This paper shows that the construction of digital twins is closely related to one [...] Read more.
This article deals with the design and creation of digital twins of robotic stations. A literature review of digital twins, robot programming methods and laser tracker applications is presented. This paper shows that the construction of digital twins is closely related to one of the most popular methods of robot programming, i.e., off-line programming. In the case of digital twins of robotic stations, modeling accuracy and two-way communication with the real station proved to be crucial. The article proposes a methodology for solving the basic problem of off-line robot programming, i.e., the limited accuracy of the representation of the station and the details. The algorithm of proceeding in the case when the station already exists and its digital model is built and the case when the digital model is first created and the real solution is built on its basis is shown. According to the developed methodology, a digital twin of a real robotic station was created and the possibilities arising from the use of virtual tools were shown. The developed digital twin has the ability to communicate with advanced Matlab 2021-type tools, uses cloud solutions and virtual and augmented reality for training, simulates physical phenomena and provides the ability to accurately program robots off-line. Full article
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Application of Digital Twins in Designing Safety Systems for Robotic Stations
by Dariusz Szybicki, Paulina Pietruś, Andrzej Burghardt, Krzysztof Kurc and Magdalena Muszyńska
Electronics 2024, 13(21), 4179; https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics13214179 - 24 Oct 2024
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The aim of this paper is to present examples and original solutions related to the application of the digital twin concept in designing safety systems for robotic stations. This paper includes a review of publications on robot safety systems and digital twins. Based [...] Read more.
The aim of this paper is to present examples and original solutions related to the application of the digital twin concept in designing safety systems for robotic stations. This paper includes a review of publications on robot safety systems and digital twins. Based on this review, it was concluded that further work in this area is justified. This paper demonstrates the use of a digital model of a robotic casting mold preparation station to design safety components for an industrial cell. A key element of this paper is the presentation of developed algorithms and their applications in building digital twins of existing robotic stations. By characterizing advanced safety systems used in robotic stations, an example of using a digital twin of a robotic station to create safety zones and so-called restricted zones for the robot was developed. As part of the research conducted, a real, comprehensive example of creating safety zones based on the robot’s TCP paths was carried out. Full article
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Measurements of Geometrical Quantities and Selection of Parameters in the Robotic Grinding Process of an Aircraft Engine
by Krzysztof Kurc, Andrzej Burghardt, Magdalena Muszyńska, Paulina Pietruś and Dariusz Szybicki
Electronics 2024, 13(20), 4077; https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics13204077 - 17 Oct 2024
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Aircraft engine blades are produced through various techniques, one of which is precise electrochemical machining (ECM), commonly applied in the aerospace, automotive, and electromechanical industries. This method achieves machining accuracy ranging from 0.1 to 0.3 mm. However, components with complex shapes still require [...] Read more.
Aircraft engine blades are produced through various techniques, one of which is precise electrochemical machining (ECM), commonly applied in the aerospace, automotive, and electromechanical industries. This method achieves machining accuracy ranging from 0.1 to 0.3 mm. However, components with complex shapes still require grinding and polishing. During the grinding of aircraft blades, achieving high precision and maintaining strict dimensional control are essential. This involves monitoring the thickness of the blade at key cross-sections, as well as the radii of the leading and trailing edges, chord lengths, twist angles, and more. The paper introduces a developed robotic blade grinding process featuring iterative laser measurement of geometric parameters. A custom measuring device with laser heads was designed, calibrated, and tested for repeatability. The measurement data were then used to determine the blade feed rate and machining path via a fuzzy logic decision system. The proposed method was validated on a series of PT6 aircraft engine blades in collaboration with Pratt and Whitney Rzeszów. Full article
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