mechatronics

British  

/ ˌmɛkəˈtrɒnɪks /

noun

1. (functioning as singular) the combination of mechanical engineering, computing, and electronics, as used in the design and development of new manufacturing techniques

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Etymology

Origin of mechatronics

C20: from _mecha ( _nics ) + ( _elec ) _tronics

Example Sentences

Northern Virginia Community College, the largest workforce provider in the commonwealth, offers programs in automotive technology, HVAC, welding, mechatronics, cybersecurity, data-center operations and healthcare, among others.

From The Wall Street Journal

“It’s mostly because we want to be absolutely sure that we can navigate safely in the canals,” said mechatronics engineer Rens Doornbusch.

From Seattle Times

And about 70 boatbuilders, engineers and mechatronics technicians on the team worked in shifts to complete the work.

From New York Times

The mechatronics maintenance apprentice technicians will visit the windfarm for the first time next year.

From BBC

Ms. Parker points to the development of the hybrid field of “mechatronics,” which combines basic mechanical, electronics and digital skills for maintaining modern machinery.

From New York Times