Test & Measurement
Subaru Saves 2,000 Man Hours with PXI-Based Hybrid Vehicle Testing
PXI has long been established as the de facto standard for building automated test systems, but its uses stretch beyond solely manufacturing or production test. With the PXI platform’s capability for running real-time operating systems or deploying code to FPGAs, it is also well suited to use earlier in the development process, particularly for complex devices like electronic control units (ECUs) and full authority digital electronics contr...
Browser head combination delivers easy to use probe
TheN2839A differential browser head has been introduced by Keysight Technologies for use with its InfiniiMax I/II Series probe amps, bringing the measurement fidelity of a solder-in probe head to hand-held browsing. When used with the InfiniiMax II 1169A probe amplifier, the N2839A gives users 12GHz of bandwidth.
Software tools enable smarter semiconductor test
The TestStand Semiconductor Module from National Instruments provides test system engineers with the software tools to quickly develop, deploy and maintain optimised semiconductor test systems. It means engineers can now programme lab characterisation systems using the same programming paradigm they deploy on the factory floor with the Semiconductor Test System (STS), thus reducing the time required to correlate measurements.
Company wins £5m contract to produce insurance telematics solutions
Stadium Group has been awarded a substantial new supply contract by Trak Global. This contract, worth £5 million, builds on the existing partnership between the two companies and will see Stadium continue to produce Trak Global's Usage-Based Insurance (UBI) units, which are fitted to vehicles to monitor individual driving styles.
Test platform supports entire SCA life cycle
A market first for the SCA community – a fully-integrated SCA platform that supports the entire SCA lifecycle, from simulation through development, emulation, and production and field test has been announced by Cobham AvComm and NordiaSoft. Combining Cobham’s Modular AXIe hardware and NordiaSoft’s SCARI Software Suite now gives SCA developers a turnkey development system for implementing SCA Version 2.2.2 designs today and Versi...
Automated test solution meets NBASE-T specification
An automated compliance test solution for the NBASE-T specification and the emerging IEEE 802.3bz standard has been released by Tektronix. Based on the TekExpress framework for high-performance Tektronix oscilloscopes, the new application covers 2.5G, 5G and 10G data rates in a single solution making it easy to quickly test devices incorporating multiple speeds.
20GHz probes improve access to tight test locations
The P7700 series of TriModeprobes are for use with Tektronix performance oscilloscopes. Offering up to 20GHz bandwidth, the new probes ease the challenges designers face when debugging circuits found in the latest mobile and enterprise designs by minimizing probe loading, improving access to smaller, more-densely packed test locations and lowering overall cost of ownership.
Automated 3D Scanning System at APEX EXPO
CyberOptics has announced it will debut its CyberGage360, a high-precision automated 3D scanning system at IPC APEX EXPO. CyberGage360 greatly facilitates quality assurance of incoming parts and in process inspection of components on the manufacturing floor.
Test platform broadens LTE-A conformance process
The T4010S test platform leads the industry in the number of PTCRB RF 3CA certification test cases supported and bands covered, says Keysight Technologies. Beyond PTCRB RF 3CA certification following 3GPP specifications, Keysight is also in a leadership position in 3CA with carrier-specific supplementary RF test packages for a major US carrier and additionally provides a tool for design and verification.
Wideband amplifier enables continuous power output up to 10W
A bench-top dual-channel DC-coupled wideband amplifier from Tabor, designed for high-frequency and high-current signal amplification is available from Saelig. With a wide bandwidth of 45MHz, and delivering 34Vpk-pk output into 50 ohms with up to 10W output power, the 9260 is an ideal complimentary amplifier to any signal source that needs a supporting power boost for demanding applications.