Test & Measurement
Find & fix critical quality and security issues
Expanding the company's security testing capabilities, Synopsys has announced the latest release of the Coverity Software Testing Platform. An integrated suite of testing solutions that enables organisations to find and fix critical quality and security issues earlier in the software development lifecycle, Coverity 7.7 adds coverage for JavaScript and Objective-C.
Enhanced thermal imagers operate at high temperature
Two higher temperature models have been added to the Keysight Technologies thermal imagers portfolio. The U5856A and U5857A can perform temperature measurements up to 650 and 1200°C respectively. This allows users to detect a wide temperature range for various applications such as petrochemical and steel processing, electrical and mechanical applications, building maintenance and even electronics applications.
Handbook explores digitiser concepts
To keep engineers and scientists up to date with the latest developments in PC based digitiser technology, Spectrum has published a handbook that covers the major product features of this powerful class of instrument and also explains when a digitiser can replace an oscilloscope. The 120 page booklet is printed in full colour and includes a number of graphical images that highlight and explain key digitiser concepts and their application.
EMC measurement portfolio showcased at EMC 2015
At EMC 2015 in Dresden, Rohde & Schwarz will demonstrate its expertise in ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) measurements. The company’s portfolio includes EMI test receivers and precompliance test receivers, highly sophisticated, harmonised system solutions, as well as the appropriate test and analysis software and broadband amplifiers.
Validate conformance test case for RCS 5.1
Rohde & Schwarz has validated the first conformance test case described in work item 186 for the IMS-based Rich Communication Suite 5.1 (RCS 5.1). Validation of the test case was carried out as part of the GCF Conformance and Interoperability Agreement Group Meeting #43 in Malaga. RCS is based on the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) platform and supports functions including instant messaging, presence and multimedia content sharing during a vide...
Platform bridges gap between flying probers & bed of nails testers
By Roberto Rocca In the context of automated testing, the complexity of new technologies has brought challenges that both the flying probers and bed of nails testers are facing to the highest level. The increasing demand for functional testing, as well as on board programming, JTAG tests and testing through dedicated hardware, compel the user towards well thought-out choices within the test strategy. Add to this that the significantly most press...
1Hz to 100MHz signal generator in USB-sized package
The USB-stick-sized TDDS100-48 - a laboratory quality Direct Digital Synthesised RF signal source – is available at Saelig. It has a frequency range of 1Hz to 100MHz and a minimum of 0dBm output power that is available from its SMA female socket. The high purity source can be swept in steps as low as 1Hz between any two frequencies in its specified range.
EyeVision now inspects defects on male & female threads
The EyeVision image processing software by EVT can now inspect defects on both male and female threads. The images are best captured with a super wide angle lens. The evaluation is carried out automatically with the EyeVision inspection programme, which inspects if the thread is complete and detects damages and flaws.
Keysight, NTT DOCOMO partner for 5G development
Keysight Technologies is to collaborate with NTT DOCOMO, Japan’s largest mobile service provider, on development of next-generation 5G wireless communication systems. Keysight will actively support the 5G research programs led by NTT DOCOMO, and provide test and measurement solutions and expertise.
Hand-held network testers target frontline technicians
An updated range of products from network testing specialist, Fluke Networks is now in stock at Conrad Business Supplies. Based around the LinkRunner and LinkSprinter hand-held network testers, the Link-Solutions range provides a cohesive way to conduct copper, fibre and Ethernet tests, while effectively managing their results.