Test & Measurement
NTS pumps up production with PULSE
Mechanical system specialist, NTS has expanded its measurement capabilities with a new multi-channel analysis system. Based at the company’s Eindhoven facility, the PULSE analysis software and LAN‐XI data acquisition hardware is utilised by the development department for a vast range of tests, including impact tests on transport packing, self-noise measurements in air bearings and modal analysis of machine frames.
Channel emulator assesses performance of LTE small cells
New capabilities have been added to Keysight Technologies’ Propsim F32 channel emulator. These capabilities enable manufacturers and mobile operators to efficiently verify the performance of devices and network equipment with LTE-Hotspots and Indoor (LTE-Hi) small cell and LTE-Licensed Assisted Access (LTE-LAA) dual connectivity technology support.
DNA analysis will accelerate agricultural production
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces that it has developed a DNA analysis technology called Genotyping by Random Amplicon Sequencing (GRAS) using analytical materials that have been provided by the Kyushu Okinawa Agricultural Research Center (KARC) of the National Agriculture and Food Research Organisation (NARO). This technology is capable of dramatically improving the efficiency of identifying and selecting useful genetic information for ag...
Power analyser provides frequency coverage up to 70GHz
The newly-launched Power Master MA24507A from Anritsu is an ultraportable, millimeter wave (mmWave) power analyser that enables simple, numeric, frequency based measurement of RF power from 9kHz to 70GHz. The frequency selectable RF power analyser leverages Anritsu’s patented Shockline technology, along with its leadership in ultraportable test solution design to address the growing number of test requirements in mmWave applications, includ...
electronica 2016: Oscilloscope makes Munich debut
Two new 4-channel high-end oscilloscopes with a large nine-inch colour display will be debuted at electronica in Munich by Rigol Technologies EU. The DS4000E is a versatile high-performance oscilloscope that incorporates many of the latest technologies and processes.
Compact transducer with new improved accuracy
Designed for insulated nominal voltage measurements in traction applications is the DVM series from LEM. This family of devices spans the range from 600-4200 VRMS and incorporates LEM’s proven and patented insulating technology. Despite achieving very high levels of isolation with a safety insulation voltage of 12kV, the DVM transducer is compact, measuring only 138x63.4x69mm.
5G signal analysis meets Verizon trial specifications
Rohde & Schwarz has successfully demonstrated the generation and analysis of 5G signals based on the characteristics as specified in the Verizon open trial specifications. The R&S SMW200A vector signal generator and the R&S FSW signal and spectrum analyser both provide outstanding test and measurement capabilities, resulting in an EVM performance of 1 % when applying these 5G signals.
Software enhances productivity of test developers
TestStand 2016, the latest version of NI’s test management software focuses on helping the more than 10,000 current users to further increase their productivity while also helping to ensure the initial success of new developers.
OTDR module enhances fibre network tester
A tri-wavelength OTDR module has been introduced for Anritsu’s Network Master Pro MT1000A portable optical tester that provides field engineers and technicians with a test tool to verify fibre lines in core, metro, and mobile networks. The new module supports high dynamic range at all wavelengths, including 1625 nm, which allows the MT1000A to conduct “extra sensitive” tests to ensure the performance of today’s high-bandwi...
Front haul solution conducts fast RF/fibre tests
Leveraging its fibre and RF testing capability, Anritsu says that it has developed the industry’s fastest comprehensive front haul test solution that more efficiently ensures the proper installation and operation of high-speed LTE networks. With the CPRI RF module installed in the Network Master Pro MT1000A, wireless carrier engineers and technicians responsible for optical fibre testing and solving interference/PIM issues have a single han...