Test & Measurement
Processor emulation tools extended to allow dynamic tests
The range of processor emulation tools from Goepel for the “Jacinto” DRA74x series of Texas Instruments has been extended. These libraries, known as VarioTAP models, are structured modularly as intelligent IP and allow a complete fusion of boundary scan test and JTAG based emulation.
Simultaneous sampling ΣΔ ADCs improve signal quality monitoring
Analog Devices has introduced a series of 24-bit simultaneous sampling ΣΔ ADCs for wide-bandwidth, high-density instrumentation, energy and healthcare equipment. The AD7768 series includes a power scalable modulator and digital filter on each channel to enable the synchronised, precise measurement of both AC and DC signals in instrumentation applications, including modular data acquisition, audio test, and asset condition mo...
Hand-held LCR meter offers test frequencies up to 100kHz
B&K Precision has expanded its 878B and 879B 40,000-count hand-held LCR meters with the addition of a new 100kHz model, the 880. This new portable LCR meter can measure inductance, capacitance, and resistance with 0.1% basic impedance accuracy. Offering many features typically found only in bench LCR meters, the 880 provides test frequencies up to 100kHz, selectable test signal levels, and 4-terminal measurement capabilities.
Enhanced software upgrades signal analyser
To speed up noise and vibration data analysis for industrial machinery and vehicle manufacturers, Brüel & Kjær has launched enhanced software for its Photon signal analyser - RT Pro 7.3. The RT Pro 7.3 release provides enhanced Fast Fourier Transformation (FFT), signal analysis, 1/nth octave/acoustic analysis, modal data acquisition and swept sine measurements, making it ideal for testing acoustic and vibration in application...
DOCSIS 3.1 signals delivered in real time
The Rohde & Schwarz R&S SFD DOCSIS signal generator delivers signals in line with the DOCSIS 3.1 transmission standard in real time. This enables cable network operators and component manufacturers to quickly and easily check whether their networks and/or equipment satisfy DOCSIS 3.1 requirements. This one-channel signal generator is extremely compact and highly customisable thanks to its software options concept.
Measurement system replicated by chip maker
A highly sensitive measurement system for the performance of nanoscale magnetic devices, invented and developed at NIST, was successfully replicated recently by Intel Corporation, enhancing the company's ability to evaluate the tiny structures' suitability for use in future computing. Now scientists from Intel and Stanford University have published their first results from the NIST-model system in the Journal of Applied Physics.
CAT II & III safety measuring leads ensure optimal connection & long life
Schukat supplies Schützinger leads for rated current of 32A and rated voltage of 1000V in protection classes CAT II (VSKF5000 andVSKF5001 series) and CAT III (VSKF6000 and VSKF6001). The ''fixed sleeve principle'' favoured by Schützinger prevents inadvertent contact with the connecting elements, guaranteeing greater safety than with the sliding-sleeve principle more usual on the market.
100G advanced multichannel testing speeds OTN switch development
Advanced Multichannel OTN testing at 100G has been announced by RXFO to support network equipment manufacturers (NEMs) who are developing high-speed OTN packet transport solutions. The new, advanced Multichannel OTN capability, which helps NEMs speed up testing and development of OTN switches, is available on the FTB/IQS-85100G and FTBx-88200NGE.
Portable analyser can test HDMI, HDBaseT devices
A new member of the quantumdata 780 series handheld test instruments has been introduced by Teledyne LeCroy. The 780E Multi-Protocol Analyser / Generator is equipped with DisplayPort input and output ports making it capable of testing HDMI, HDBaseT and DisplayPort devices and distribution networks including HDCP 2.2 verification.
Datalogger monitors temperature-sensitive products & processes
Monitoring cold chain and other temperature sensitive products or processes for longer duration sessions is now possible with the DS1925 iButton data logger from Maxim Integrated Products. Temperature sensitive products and processes can be damaged when exposed to temperatures that are too high or too low.