Mechatronics Engineering https://www.captechu.edu/ en Can Shift Robotics' Robo-shoes Revolutionize Motorized Mobility? https://www.captechu.edu/blog/can-shift-robotics-robo-shoes-revolutionize-motorized-mobility <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> Can Shift Robotics&#039; Robo-shoes Revolutionize Motorized Mobility? <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/user/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/68991" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">bcook</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/user/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2024-02-01T15:38:10-05:00" title="Thursday, February 1, 2024 - 15:38">February 1, 2024</time><br/><br/> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/BLOG%20IMAGE%20SIZE%20%2849%29_0.png" width="640" alt="shift robotics moonwalkers x shoes " typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <p><a href="https://shiftrobotics.io/pages/about">Shift Robotics</a> made waves at CES 2024 earlier this month with the <a href="https://shiftrobotics.io/blogs/news/press-release-shift-robotics-to-unveil-moonwalkers-x-at-ces-2024" target="_blank">unveiling of their Moonwalkers X</a>, a pair of motorized shoes designed to propel wearers with minimal effort and maximum comfort. Specifically designed for workers in indoor commercial settings, the shoes are poised to revolutionize industries where workers spend considerable time on their feet, such as warehouses, factories, and construction sites. And while the company touts a potential revolution in productivity and safety, the Moonwalkers X also raise questions about practicality, cost, and their potential impact on labor practices. </p> <p> </p> <h2>How Moonwalkers X Work </h2> <p>Moonwalkers X are strapped over existing footwear, using six motorized wheels on each foot and AI-powered controls that turn a walking motion into a glide. The robotic shoes can reach speeds up to 7 miles per hour –– about 2.5 times walking speed –– with no additional effort and with speed controlled entirely by the user’s pace. Citing studies where earlier models doubled warehouse workers' productivity, the shoes aim to <a href="https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/03/moonwalker-robotic-shoes-get-lighter-and-smarter/" target="_blank">reduce worker fatigue and boost productive efficiency</a>.  </p> <p>According to a press release from Shift Robotics, Moonwalkers X employ cutting-edge technology that makes them safer and more accommodating than earlier models. The shoes’ AI-powered drivetrain leverages advanced algorithms to adapt to the user’s gait. A combination of internal pressure sensors and a gyroscope-accelerometer transform natural walking movements into gliding and turning without the use of a remote control. The shoes tout ergonomic hinges that mimic the foot's biomechanics for a secure fit, and built-in shock absorbers cushion steps to reduce fatigue and the risk of repetitive strain injuries. </p> <p>Charged through USB-C, Moonwalkers X can cover 6.5 miles on a single charge and are <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/3/24023910/moonwalker-x-robot-shoes-skates-ces-2024" target="_blank">significantly lighter than the original model</a>. However, they can only support a maximum user weight of 220 pounds and fit a limited size range of shoes –– 9-12 for men’s and 10.5-13.5 for women’s. These limitations are likely significant barriers to their more widespread adoption. </p> <p> </p> <h2>Possibilities and (Potential) Pitfalls of Moonwalkers X</h2> <p>While the Moonwalkers X shine in commercial settings, its potential extends far beyond. Individuals with mobility limitations could experience newfound freedom and independence, navigating spaces with ease and reducing fatigue. Because the shoes can traverse uneven terrain, construction workers could use them to navigate worksites and carry heavy tools with enhanced stability and assistance. And security guards could cover vast areas efficiently, ensuring safety and quicker response times. </p> <p>While the innovative model represents a fascinating glimpse into the future of personal mobility, its actual impact on workplaces and individuals remains to be seen. Critics question the long-term health impacts of sustained use and potential safety concerns in busy work environments. Adding to the debate is the anticipated price, rumored to be significantly higher than the original Moonwalker model’s $1,399 tag due to its advanced technology. This raises concerns about whether the benefits will outweigh the costs for smaller businesses and whether the increased speed could lead to pressure on workers to move even faster. </p> <p>Shift Robotics plans to release Moonwalkers X in the first half of 2024. Time will tell if the Moonwalkers line of AI-powered, mobility-enhancing shoe becomes a novelty or productivity powerhouse.  </p> <h2> </h2> <h2>Get Moving with a Degree from Capitol Tech </h2> <p>Capitol Technology University’s degree programs in <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/fields-of-study/engineering-technologies" target="_blank">Engineering Technologies</a> and <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/fields-of-study/occupational-safety-and-health" target="_blank">Occupational Safety and Health</a> can prepare you to usher in a new wave of mobility technologies. For more information on Capitol Technology’s degree programs, contact our Admissions team at <a href="http://javascript:void(0);/" target="_blank">admissions@captechu.edu</a>. </p> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-published-on.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-published-on.html.twig * field--datetime.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-tags--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--field-tags.html.twig * 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'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-placement--section.html.twig' --> </div> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Thu, 01 Feb 2024 20:38:10 +0000 bcook 11346 at https://www.captechu.edu Why Students Should Consider Mechatronics https://www.captechu.edu/blog/why-students-should-consider-mechatronics-engineering <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> Why Students Should Consider Mechatronics <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> 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* field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2020-08-31T13:07:20-04:00" title="Monday, August 31, 2020 - 13:07">August 31, 2020</time><br/><br/> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME 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field--text-with-summary.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <p> </p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'entity_embed_container' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <div alt="Two students consider mechatronics engineering while working building a robot in the classroom" data-embed-button="media_browser" data-entity-embed-display="media_image" data-entity-embed-display-settings="{&quot;image_style&quot;:&quot;large&quot;,&quot;image_link&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;image_loading&quot;:{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;lazy&quot;}}" data-entity-type="media" data-entity-uuid="5bab2bf5-ea35-4c1a-a361-364e7dffe266" title="why students should consider mechatronics engineering" class="align-left embedded-entity" data-langcode="en"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 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'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><em><a href="https://www.captechu.edu/blog">Capitology Blog</a> </em>spoke with Dr. Nayef Abu-Ageel about the university’s mechatronics bachelor’s degree programs: <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-and-robotics-engineering-technology-bs">Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering Technology</a> and <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-engineering-bs">Mechatronics Engineering</a>. Capitol Tech added degrees in mechatronics in 2018.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Mechatronics degree programs focus on combining various engineering fields, including electrical, computer, mechanical, control, and telecommunications, with robotics and cybersecurity. Students pursuing these degrees can find careers in robotics, aerospace, healthcare, manufacturing, and automotive industries. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'entity_embed_container' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <div alt="portrait of Dr. Abu-Ageel, chair of the electrical engineering department at Capitol Tech" data-embed-button="media_browser" data-entity-embed-display="media_image" data-entity-embed-display-settings="{&quot;image_style&quot;:&quot;medium&quot;,&quot;image_link&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;image_loading&quot;:{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;lazy&quot;}}" data-entity-type="media" data-entity-uuid="04f32e33-9d24-4cef-835c-696c71dd07dd" title="Nayef Abu-Ageel 2" class="align-right embedded-entity" data-langcode="en"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_style' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/image-style.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/Ageel.png?itok=d_Cf0yUI" alt="portrait of Dr. Abu-Ageel, chair of the electrical engineering department at Capitol Tech" title="Nayef Abu-Ageel 2" typeof="foaf:Image" /><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --><!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/image-style.html.twig' --><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Dr. Abu-Ageel is the chair of the electrical engineering department at Capitol Tech. Dr. Abu-Ageel holds a Ph.D. from Michigan State University, an MS from Jordan University of Science and Technology and a BS from Yarmouk University. He has been with Capitol Tech since January 2016.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>What types of high school students should consider a degree in mechatronics?</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Anyone who likes robotics or has an interest in robotics, this would be a great degree for them. Also, any students with a strong background in math and science, particularly physics. If students like math and physics this is an area that they should look at closely. It offers a lot of opportunities to learn mechanical engineering and electrical engineering with crossover in other areas of study.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>What are the benefits of obtaining a degree in mechatronics?</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>It’s a degree that opens up a lot of doors in so many fields. You can work in automation, factories that make equipment, or in industry where equipment is being maintained, within government – it has a huge range of opportunities. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>What makes Capitol Tech’s mechatronics programs unique?</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>There are not many mechatronics programs in the area, and even fewer that are located at a university where all the programs are technical, which is an advantage. Students at Capitol Tech have many opportunities to interact with other programs, such as computer engineering, astronautical engineering, and cybersecurity. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>How does Capitol Tech assist with mechatronics internships and job placement?</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>We facilitate internships for students through letters of recommendation and the career center. There are also career fairs twice a year on campus to help students get internships in their field of study. (Capitol Tech also offers the <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/professional-success/capitol-commitment">Capitol Commitment</a>, where if students don’t receive a job offer within 90 days of graduation, they can continue to take courses for free.)</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>What changes do you see occurring within the field of mechatronics in the future?</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>I think there will be more of a push toward automation. As companies move operations back to the US that will lead to more automation within the factories. They’re not going to do it the same old way. There is a boom in automation within industry. Automation is going to keep growing until it is a part of every field.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Would those with military experience be a good fit for mechatronics?</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Absolutely. If someone is already in the military or a veteran and they want to focus on engineering, this is an area that they should consider.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Can students currently studying engineering or other degrees at Capitol Tech switch to a mechatronics degree program?</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>If current students have an interest in mechatronics, they could pursue one of these degrees. The program is open to current students with appropriate levels of math and science skills.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For more information on Capitol Tech’s mechatronics degrees, contact <a href="mailto:admissions@captechu.edu">admissions@captechu.edu</a>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-published-on.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-published-on.html.twig * field--datetime.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 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id="section-25781" class="section background-white"> <div class="super-contained"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--paragraph--field-color--section.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-color.html.twig * field--paragraph--section.html.twig * field--field-color.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-color--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-color--section.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--paragraph--field-placement--section.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-placement.html.twig * field--paragraph--section.html.twig * field--field-placement.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 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'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Mon, 31 Aug 2020 17:07:20 +0000 zqureshi 6251 at https://www.captechu.edu Mechatronics engineering and renewable energy systems https://www.captechu.edu/blog/mechatronics-engineering-and-renewable-energy-systems <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> Mechatronics engineering and renewable energy systems <!-- 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OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/Mechatronic%20engineering%20and%20renewable%20energy%20systems.jpg" width="640" alt="a man in a hard hat working in mechatronics engineering and renewable energy systems fixes a wind turbine" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'entity_embed_container' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <div alt="a man in a hard hat working in mechatronics engineering and renewable energy systems fixes a wind turbine" data-embed-button="media_browser" data-entity-embed-display="media_image" data-entity-embed-display-settings="{&quot;image_style&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;image_link&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;image_loading&quot;:{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;lazy&quot;}}" data-entity-type="media" data-entity-uuid="ed810ffe-6e6f-43b8-8b51-2a9bf5241568" title="mechatronics engineering and renewable energy systems" class="align-right embedded-entity" data-langcode="en"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/Mechatronic%20engineering%20and%20renewable%20energy%20systems.jpg" alt="a man in a hard hat working in mechatronics engineering and renewable energy systems fixes a wind turbine" title="mechatronics engineering and renewable energy systems" typeof="foaf:Image" /><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>As we are all aware, there are a finite number of resources on earth. As new products are created, it’s important that engineers look to resources that are sustainable and renewable. Fortunately, mechatronics engineers are well-positioned to provide products that involve renewable energy systems.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Solar Power</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Though one of the older technologies utilizing a renewable resource, mechatronics engineers have made solar power more efficient and accessible. One of the biggest issues with utilizing solar energy is maintaining an efficient conversion rate of incoming sun to energy output without prohibitive costs. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>NI, formerly National Instruments, has created <a href="https://www.ni.com/en-us/innovations/energy/smart-grid.html">smart grid</a> technology to help mechatronics engineers “create a smarter grid to improve grid integration of renewable energy sources, implement automated analytics, advance situation awareness, and improve overall energy efficiency.”</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Wind Power</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Generating power from wind is not as simple as hoping the wind spins a turbine to produce electricity. “It combines the aerodynamics of rotor design, the mechanics of a gear reduction system, the electromagnetics of an electric generator and the power electronics system for output power conditioning and synchronization to the utility grid system,” says Steve Meyer in <a href="https://www.therobotreport.com/wind-energy-and-mechatronics/">The Robot Report</a>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Mechatronics engineers working on wind power also need to ensure systems can respond correctly to varying speeds of winds and that all equipment can be supported and maintained atop a 150 tall tower. Combining all aspects of mechatronics, designing and producing wind turbines is a challenge for any mechatronics engineer. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Electric and Hybrid Cars</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>In perhaps the widest used renewable energy system, electric and hybrid cars would not be possible without mechatronics engineering.            </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>An article in EVreporter states that engineers with the cross-discipline knowledge mechatronics engineers are known for are in demand. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>“Professionals with cross-sectional expertise in chemical engineering, electronics, embedded software and electrical engineering are set to be highly sought after,” says the article. “This is the reason that Mechatronics Engineering, a multi-disciplinary branch is gaining traction when it comes to hiring fresh graduates for the EV industry.”</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>With over 5 million hybrid vehicles in the United States and nearly 1.5 million plug-in electric vehicles, the demand for mechatronics engineers in the automotive industry will only continue to grow.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Mechatronics engineers, with their understanding of control systems, computer systems, robotics, electronics, and product engineering, are poised to create the next great advance in renewable energy.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Capitol Tech offers bachelor’s degree programs in</span></span> <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-engineering-bs"><span>mechatronics engineering </span></a><span><span>and </span></span><a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-and-robotics-engineering-technology-bs">mechatronics and robotics engineering technology</a><span><span>. Students pursuing mechatronics engineering will have an opportunity to take courses such as Electronics and Instrumentation where they will be i</span></span>ntroduced to analysis of electronic circuits and input mechanism of various sensors, design of analog signal conditioning systems based on the system requirement, as well as understanding the theory and the art of modern instrumentation and measurements (I&amp;M) systems. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For more information, contact </span></span><a href="mailto:admissions@captechu.edu">admissions@captechu.edu</a>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-published-on.html.twig * 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field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-color--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-color--section.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--paragraph--field-placement--section.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-placement.html.twig * field--paragraph--section.html.twig * field--field-placement.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-placement--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-placement--section.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-rows--section.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-rows.html.twig * field--paragraph--section.html.twig 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integrative thinking in mechatronics problem-solving https://www.captechu.edu/blog/role-of-integrative-thinking-in-mechatronics-problem-solving <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> The role of integrative thinking in mechatronics problem-solving <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 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<time datetime="2020-06-16T12:18:12-04:00" title="Tuesday, June 16, 2020 - 12:18">June 16, 2020</time><br/><br/> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/role%20of%20integrative%20thinking%20in%20mechatronics.jpg" width="640" alt="a close up of three metallic gears symbolize role of integrative thinking in mechatronics" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'entity_embed_container' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <div alt="a close up of three metallic gears symbolize role of integrative thinking in mechatronics" data-embed-button="media_browser" data-entity-embed-display="media_image" data-entity-embed-display-settings="{&quot;image_style&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;image_link&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;image_loading&quot;:{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;lazy&quot;}}" data-entity-type="media" data-entity-uuid="f2ddf6e9-d4fc-49ab-bbe6-b43e7e2d4fe4" title="integrative thinking mechatronics engineering" class="align-right embedded-entity" data-langcode="en"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/role%20of%20integrative%20thinking%20in%20mechatronics.jpg" alt="a close up of three metallic gears symbolize role of integrative thinking in mechatronics" title="integrative thinking mechatronics engineering" typeof="foaf:Image" /><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>The idea of integrative thinking has been around for over 30 years. First established by Graham Douglas in 1986, integrative thinking challenged critical thinking by encouraging creativity and focusing on making unexpected connections.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Integrative thinking was further refined by Roger Martin with his 2007 book, <em>The Opposable Mind: How successful leaders win through integrative thinking</em>. In his book, Martin defined integrative thinking as “the ability to constructively face the tension of opposing models and, instead of choosing one at the expense of the other, generating a creative resolution of the tension in the form of a new model.”</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Integrative thinking is often included as a part of design thinking. Design thinking encourages mechatronics engineers to look at the product from the viewpoint of the customer (empathy), utilize outside perspectives (collaboration), leverage creative thinking (experimentalism), and find common solutions (integrative thinking). </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>“Integrative thinking is the ability to take two opposing ideas and produce a creative solution that is a union of the two, but superior to both,” says Kyle Maxey on <a href="https://www.engineering.com/DesignerEdge/DesignerEdgeArticles/ArticleID/4989/Design-Thinking-Integrative-Thinking.aspx">engineering.com</a>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>By its nature, mechatronics engineering integrates multiple fields, including electronic, control, robotic, system, and computer engineering. This makes it an obvious choice for integrative thinking – it’s what helps mechatronics engineers come up with unique solutions to an existing problem. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Standard electrical engineering processes may have once resulted in a solution to a problem, such as the advent of a wall thermostat. Applying integrative thinking in mechatronics that combines electrical engineering with control engineering and computer engineering and more and you end up with a home thermostat that you can control from your phone while on vacation. Integrative thinking feeds innovation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Maxey outlines three ways that mechatronics engineers can effectively use integrative thinking:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ol><li><span><span>“Look Deeply – Don’t believe that what you know about a problem is the one and only reality of a situation. Opposing views should not be thrown away, they should be leveraged. Whatever your problem might be, there is an unseen solution.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Be Open to Complexity – Let’s face it, simplicity is desirable. However, simplicity can get in the way of finding an innovative solution in Product Development. Embrace the complexity of your problem and mine every angle to build new ideas.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Give Yourself Time – Like most things that are worth doing, integrative thinking can take time. Give your products an advantage by setting aside time for research and thought.”</span></span></li> </ol><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>The key, Maxey says, is that part of a design doesn’t have to be compromised in order to make another work. Implementing integrative thinking will help you find a solution that uses both.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Capitol Tech students studying mechatronics are able to apply integrative thinking to a variety of courses in electronics and instrumentation, fluid mechanics, </span></span></span>automated systems design, and mechatronic systems design. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Capitol Tech offers bachelor’s degree programs in</span></span></span> <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-engineering-bs"><span>mechatronics engineering </span></a><span><span><span>and </span></span></span><a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-and-robotics-engineering-technology-bs">mechatronics and robotics engineering technology</a><span><span><span>. For more information, contact </span></span></span><a href="mailto:admissions@captechu.edu">admissions@captechu.edu</a><span>. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-published-on.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-published-on.html.twig * field--datetime.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-tags--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--field-tags.html.twig * 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field--paragraph--section.html.twig * field--field-rows.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--social-share-icons--default.html.twig x paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Tue, 16 Jun 2020 16:18:12 +0000 zqureshi 5861 at https://www.captechu.edu Understanding the difference between Mechatronics engineering vs. mechatronics robotics engineering https://www.captechu.edu/blog/difference-between-mechatronics-engineering-vs-mechatronics-robotics-engineering <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> Understanding the difference between Mechatronics engineering vs. mechatronics robotics engineering <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * 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from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/Mechatronics%20engineering%20vs%20Mechatronics%20Robotics.png" width="640" alt="a person sitting at a desk looking at the Capitol Tech University Bachelor’s degree page to find the mechatronics robotics engineering program" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 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--> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_style' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/image-style.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/Mechatronics%20engineering%20vs%20Mechatronics%20Robotics.png?itok=sIgnVMiq" alt="a person sitting at a desk looking at the Capitol Tech University Bachelor’s degree page to find the mechatronics robotics engineering program" title="mechatronics engineering" typeof="foaf:Image" /><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --><!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/image-style.html.twig' --><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For students interested in pursuing a degree in mechatronics, it can be confusing trying to understand the difference between mechatronics engineering and mechatronics robotics engineering. When looking at mechatronics as a whole, robotics is considered to be a sub-set of the field.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Capitol Tech offers two bachelor’s degrees in mechatronics: a Bachelor’s in <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-engineering-bs">mechatronics engineering</a> and a Bachelor’s in <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-and-robotics-engineering-technology-bs">mechatronics and robotics engineering technology</a>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Mechatronics Engineering</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Students studying mechatronics engineering will learn electrical, computer, and mechanical engineering fundamentals. The program combines electrical, computer, mechanical, control, and telecommunications engineering with robotics and cybersecurity.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Capitol Tech students pursuing this degree will study:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span>Mechatronics, including engineering mechanics (statics and dynamics), engineering safety, mechatronic systems design, and automation systems design.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Electronics and engineering, including circuitry, microprocessors, power systems engineering, and control.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Supporting areas, including programming, calculus, engineering physics, and ordinary differential equations.</span></span></li> </ul><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Salaries for sample positions in this field range from $64,000 to $96,000. Types of job titles for students with this degree include mechatronics engineer, industrial engineer, and applications engineer.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering Technology</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Students studying mechatronics and robotics engineering technology will study electrical, computer, mechanical, and robotics engineering technology fundamentals. The program focuses on building in-depth technology and engineering skills, with a focus on applying these to the field of robotics.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Capitol Tech students pursuing this degree will study:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span>Mechatronics, including engineering mechanics (statics and dynamics), engineering safety, mechatronic systems design, and automation systems design.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Electronics and engineering, including circuitry, microprocessors, power systems engineering, and control.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Robotics, including robotic systems engineering and analysis, industrial robots, and robotics systems.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Supporting areas, including algebra, statistics, engineering physics, and ordinary differential equations.</span></span></li> </ul><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Salaries for sample positions in this field range from $58,000 to $84,000, with an average salary of $77,000. Types of job titles for students with this degree include mechatronics technician, robotics technician, and applications technologist.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For students that want a broader understanding of mechatronics and its impacts, a degree in Mechatronics Engineering is a great fit. For students that are interested in a career with robotics, Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering Technology is likely the best path to take.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><em><span><span><span>For more information on these degree programs, contact </span></span></span></em><a href="mailto:admissions@captechu.edu">admissions@captechu.edu</a><em><span>. </span></em></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-published-on.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-published-on.html.twig * field--datetime.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 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--> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-placement--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-placement--section.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-rows--section.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-rows.html.twig * field--paragraph--section.html.twig * field--field-rows.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--social-share-icons--default.html.twig x paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Tue, 26 May 2020 17:04:03 +0000 zqureshi 5746 at https://www.captechu.edu The role of mechatronics engineering in robotics https://www.captechu.edu/blog/role-of-mechatronics-engineering-robotics <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> The role of mechatronics engineering in robotics <!-- END OUTPUT from 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field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2020-04-20T11:40:42-04:00" title="Monday, April 20, 2020 - 11:40">April 20, 2020</time><br/><br/> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/Evolution%20of%20mechatronics%20robotics.jpg" width="640" alt="a robotic astronaut shakes hands with a person symbolizing the role of mechatronics engineering in robotics" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>First coined in the late 1960s, “mechatronics” is now a part of everyday life. <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/blog/evolution-of-mechatronics-engineering">Mechatronics</a> is what allows you to ask Alexa about the weather, puts the “control” in “cruise control”, and enables you to watch live video of your pets when you’re at work.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>At its most basic definition, mechatronics is integrating mechanized systems with electronic, control, and computer systems. Since its origin, mechatronics has been tied to robotics. Having multiple systems operating in conjunction and seamlessly communicating has enabled robots to go from a robotic arm used in diecasting to an artificial intelligence-based humanoid robot.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><a href="https://robots.ieee.org/robots/unimate/">Unimate</a> is considered to be the world’s first industrial robot. With its first prototype released in 1958, Unimate was the first mass-produced robot used for factory automation. Unimate was used by General Motors in the diecasting process, which involved extracting hot metal automotive parts from a die, a task dangerous for humans. Unimate was able to store digital commands that provided the steps for the robot to complete its work.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>The first full-scale humanoid robot, <a href="http://www.humanoid.waseda.ac.jp/booklet/kato_2.html">WABOT-1</a>, was introduced in 1971. The robot could communicate in Japanese, walk, and grasp objects. WABOT-2 was released in 1980 with the goal of showing more “human-like intelligence and dexterity” by being able to play a keyboard. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Touted as the “world’s most humanoid robot”, <a href="https://global.honda/innovation/robotics/ASIMO.html">ASIMO</a> was first created by Honda in 2000. ASIMO was able to walk on multiple surfaces, climb stairs, and respond to simple voice commands. With a focus on increasing autonomy, ASIMO underwent revisions in 2011 to advance the robot’s intelligence and incorporate autonomous behavior control technology. According to Honda, “Coordination between visual and auditory sensors enables ASIMO to simultaneously recognize a face and voice, enabling ASIMO to recognize the voices of multiple people who are speaking simultaneously.” </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>One of the most advanced robots to use mechatronics is <a href="https://www.hansonrobotics.com/sophia/">Sophia</a>, “a human-crafted science fiction character depicting the future of AI and robotics, and a platform for advanced robotics and AI research,” according to creator, Hanson Robotics. Activated in 2016, Sophia can display more than 60 facial expressions, recognize individuals, answer certain questions, and have conversations. Hanson has developed 11 other AI-based robots since Sophia’s release, all with the ability to learn and develop based on the experiences they have.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Students studying mechatronics engineering at Capitol Tech take courses in mechatronics system design, automation system design, industrial robotics, and robotics systems, positioning them to be the next great developer of high-functioning mechatronic robots.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Want to learn more about Mechatronics and Robotics? Capitol Tech offers bachelor’s programs in both <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-engineering-bs">Mechatronics Engineering</a> and <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-and-robotics-engineering-technology-bs">Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering Technology</a>. Contact <a href="mailto:admissions@captechu.edu">admissions@captechu.edu</a> to learn more. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-published-on.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-published-on.html.twig * field--datetime.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-tags--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--field-tags.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * 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field--paragraph--section.html.twig * field--field-rows.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--social-share-icons--default.html.twig x paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:40:42 +0000 zqureshi 5601 at https://www.captechu.edu Top paying employers for mechatronics engineers https://www.captechu.edu/blog/top-paying-employers-mechatronics-engineers <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> Top paying employers for mechatronics engineers <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--title--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/user/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/826" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">zqureshi</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/user/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2020-03-30T14:11:57-04:00" title="Monday, March 30, 2020 - 14:11">March 30, 2020</time><br/><br/> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/themes/stable9/templates/field/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/Top%20paying%20employers%20for%20mechatronics%20engineers.jpg" width="640" alt="a man in a denim button down on a laptop pursues a career with top paying employers for mechatronics engineers" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'entity_embed_container' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <div alt="a man in a denim button down on a laptop pursues a career with top paying employers for mechatronics engineers" data-embed-button="media_browser" data-entity-embed-display="media_image" data-entity-embed-display-settings="{&quot;image_style&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;image_link&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;image_loading&quot;:{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;lazy&quot;}}" data-entity-type="media" data-entity-uuid="1da5ab54-0042-4e2f-9194-a5f606007ac0" title="top employers mechatronics engineers" class="align-right embedded-entity" data-langcode="en"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/Top%20paying%20employers%20for%20mechatronics%20engineers.jpg" alt="a man in a denim button down on a laptop pursues a career with top paying employers for mechatronics engineers" title="top employers mechatronics engineers" typeof="foaf:Image" /><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image.html.twig' --><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/image-formatter.html.twig' --></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/entity_embed/templates/entity-embed-container.html.twig' --> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>In its 2019 annual <a href="https://www.naceweb.org/uploadedfiles/files/2019/publication/executive-summary/2019-nace-salary-survey-summer-executive-summary.pdf">Salary Survey</a>, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) reported that the average starting salary for engineering graduates was $66,638, second only to computer science majors. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For those with a degree in <a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-engineering-bs">mechatronics engineering</a>, the national average salary for a mechatronics engineer is $72,323,according to <a href="https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/mechatronics-engineer-salary-SRCH_KO0,21.htm">Glassdoor</a>. The Glassdoor salary estimates are based on 41,822 salaries that were submitted by mechatronics engineers.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For mechatronics engineers, the industries of top-paying employers vary widely, but all have a focus on advancing technology. See below for a list of some of the top-paying employers and their areas of focus.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Servotech Inc</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Specializing in mechatronics, <a href="https://servotechinc.com/">Servotech Inc</a> works in the automotive, construction equipment, agricultural equipment, and aerospace flight control industries. Focusing on control design, Servotech creates products for companies such as GM, Honda, and AT&amp;T, providing systems that allow for seamless communication between software modules and control systems. Per Glassdoor, yearly salaries for mechatronics engineers start at $71,000.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Cummins</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><a href="https://www.cummins.com/">Cummins</a> provides engines, power systems, and components for the automotive industry. This involves developing electronics specifications, designing systems and components, and testing. Cummins has a focus on innovation, developing its first engine in 1919 and the first electric heavy-duty truck in 2017. Per Glassdoor, yearly salaries for mechatronics engineers start at $79,000.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Samsung</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><a href="http://www.samsung.com/">Samsung</a> has various subsidiaries and locations all over the country. Mechatronics engineers at Samsung may find themselves developing technology for televisions, smart phones and watches, tablets, and network systems. Samsung also develops smart home technology, medical devices, and digital health products, providing a lot of variety for engineering employees. Per Glassdoor, yearly salaries for mechatronics engineers start at $82,000.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>NASA</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>NASA utilizes mechatronics engineers in support of satellite operations, space craft development, and robotics. Specifically, <a href="https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/">NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory</a> employs a number of mechatronics engineers as they work on robotic exploration of the solar system. A mechatronics engineer at NASA may work on creating landing gear for a new rover or designing a control system for a satellite. Per Glassdoor, yearly salaries for mechatronics engineers start at $88,000.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><em><span><span><span>Capitol Tech students studying mechatronics engineering are prepared for a variety of careers, with courses in electronics and instrumentation, fluid mechanics, </span></span></span></em>automated systems design, and mechatronic systems design. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><em><span><span><span>Capitol Tech offers bachelor’s degree programs in</span></span></span></em><em> </em><a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-engineering-bs"><span>mechatronics engineering </span></a><em><span><span><span>and </span></span></span></em><a href="https://www.captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/bachelors-degrees/mechatronics-and-robotics-engineering-technology-bs">mechatronics and robotics engineering technology</a><em><span><span><span>. </span></span></span></em><em><span><span><span>For more information, contact </span></span></span></em><a href="mailto:admissions@captechu.edu">admissions@captechu.edu</a><em><span>. </span></em></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--body--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-published-on.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-published-on.html.twig * field--datetime.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-published-on--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE 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HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-meta-title--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-meta-title.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-meta-title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-meta-title--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-meta-title--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-meta-description--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--field-meta-description.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-meta-description.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-meta-description.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-meta-description.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-keywords--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-keywords.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-keywords.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-keywords--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-keywords--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-og-title--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--field-og-title.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-og-title.html.twig * field--string-long.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-og-title.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-og-title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-og-description--blog-post.html.twig x field--node--field-og-description.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-og-description.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-og-description.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-og-description.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-og-image--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-og-image.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-og-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-og-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--node--field-og-image--blog-post.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-rows--blog-post.html.twig * field--node--field-rows.html.twig * field--node--blog-post.html.twig * field--field-rows.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--section--default.html.twig x paragraph--section.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--section.html.twig' --> <section id="section-22901" class="section background-white"> <div class="super-contained"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--paragraph--field-color--section.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-color.html.twig * field--paragraph--section.html.twig * field--field-color.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-color--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-color--section.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--paragraph--field-placement--section.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-placement.html.twig * field--paragraph--section.html.twig * field--field-placement.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-placement--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field--paragraph--field-placement--section.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-rows--section.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-rows.html.twig * field--paragraph--section.html.twig * field--field-rows.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--social-share-icons--default.html.twig x paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--social-share-icons.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/paragraph/paragraph--section.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/captech_theme/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Mon, 30 Mar 2020 18:11:57 +0000 zqureshi 5501 at https://www.captechu.edu