Mechatronics is the synergistic combination of mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering with an emphasis on integrated design. It has applications across many scales, from micro-electromechanical systems to large transportation systems like high-speed trains. Some key applications discussed in the document include CNC machining, automobiles using technologies like brake-by-wire, smart home appliances, prosthetics, pacemakers and defibrillators, unmanned aerial vehicles, and robots for space exploration, military, sanitation, and other uses. Mechatronics allows the development of advanced, integrated systems for improved performance, safety, efficiency and user experience.