Test & Measurement
PLS’ UDE 4.6 sets new standards in test automation
PLS Programmierbare Logik & Systeme has not only expanded the latest version of its Universal Debug Engine (UDE) with a number of additional trace and debugging functions, but has also added completely new features for test automation.
USB 3.1 protocol and decode software offers real-time triggering
Oscilloscope-based USB 3.1 Gen 2 10 Gbps protocol decode software with real-time triggering and protocol decode performance has been introduced by Keysight Technologies. The Keysight N8821A USB 3.1 protocol trigger and decode software. It provides unique protocol decoder performance that enables engineers to verify and debug their Gen 2 10 Gbps interfaces.
Inline 3D topographical & imaging AOI
The new ISO-Spector from Mek (Marantz Electronics) offers true measurement for across-the-board inspection of components and solder joints. Unlike other methods of height measurement, ISO-Spector technology enables inspection of heights up to 30 mm (1.2in).
Emulator simulates WAN real world conditions
The Multi-Stream IP WAN Emulator referred to as IPNetSim (1 Gbps/10 Gbps) has been announced by GL Communications. IPNetSim emulates an IP network with access to 10Gbps full duplex link or a 10/100/1000 Mbps full duplex link. For each direction, incoming traffic can be identified into separate user defined streams (up to 16 streams for 1Gbps pipe and up to 4 streams for 10Gbps pipe).
Software addresses new serial communications standards
Release 6.11.7 of the PicoScope software has been announced by Pico Technology. This version of PicoScope provides significant new capabilities for engineers, scientists, technicians and researchers who are working on the latest generation of electrical and electronic technologies.
Probes head off oxide layer build up problems
A range of probes are the answer to poor first pass yield, short probe life and excessive cleaning cycles, when caused by oxide layer build up or debris, particularly in lead free applications. In volume manufacturing the impact worsens as cycle count increases and elevated levels of debris are transferred to the probe tips. In many applications effective electrical contact is compromised.
AES programming tool guards against IP theft
The Spartan-6 FPGAs by Xilinx are protected against potential attackers and theft of IP (Intellectual Property) through the so called AES Programmer (Advanced Encryption Standard) from Goepel electronic. The Xilinx Spartan-6 AES Programmer by GOEPEL electronic is a tool integrated into the JTAG/Boundary Scan software platform SYSTEM CASCON. It allows programming of the so-called eFUSE register, including a 256bit AES key, via secure JTAG access.
Saki's next generation AOI systems on show at Nepcon Japan
Saki Corporation will debut its 3rd generation 3D automated optical inspection line that accommodates dual lanes, XXL sizes, and increases throughput by 15%, at NEPCON Japan - booth E17-46.
Arbitrary waveform generators run at 1.25GS/s
Two Arbitrary Waveform Generators (AWG's) have been unveiled by Spectrum. The models offer one or two channels each capable of outputting electronic signals at rates of up to 1.25GS/s with 16-bit vertical resolution. The combination makes these new AWG's ideal for generating high frequency signals up to 400MHz.
Module solution for HDR-capable consumer products
A new module transforms the Rohde & Schwarz R&S VTx video tester family into a comprehensive and flexible platform for HDMI 2.0a and HDR testing. The new module offers generator and analyser characteristics for data rates of up to 18Gbit/s as well as functions introduced with the new HDMI standard, such as scrambling. It is backward compatible with HDMI 1.4 and therefore replaces the existing HDMI modules in the product portfolio.