2009-09-02

Call for Interest: Proposal for a new field of technical activity-Mechatronics

The field of mechatronics is undergoing extensive growth specifically in the area of industrial equipment, components and production processes. This technology is innovative as it combines mechanics with electronics and information technology to form functional and spatial integration in components, modules, products and systems. However, work within this field remains difficult as industries with various technologies and skills are using concepts but applying different meanings to them. The adoption of international standards in this field would assist industries by facilitating the results of research and ensure consistency across the field of work.

This standard will aim to:

1. Synergize the integration of mechanics, electronics, control theory, and computer science within product design and manufacturing in an effort to improve and optimize the functionality of mechanical products.

As the official Canadian member of ISO, the Standards Council of Canada is seeking feedback on ISO’s proposal from Canadian experts. All responses submitted to SCC will be considered and used to generate a Canadian position on this proposal. Experts are invited to consider the following when formulating a response:

1. Is the proposed scope relevant and does it use appropriate terminology, or is the scope too broad or too specific?
2. Will the development of this proposed standard impact your sector negatively or positively and why?
3. Will the development of this proposed standard benefit your sector or will it pose challenges?
4. If this field of technical activity is regulated, will the proposed development of this standard complement it or not?

The deadline for submission is October 19, 2009.

For more information, or to submit comments including support for or opposition to the proposal, please contact Lynne Gibbens, Senior Program Officer ISO via email, [email protected] or by telephone +1 613 238 3222 ext. 452.