Test & Measurement
Reference solutions slash test system integration time
Reference Solutions, a combination of hardware, software and measurement expertise that delivers the essential components of electronic test systems has been launched by Agilent Technologies. Reference Solutions also include utilities such as example program source code—highly optimised for specific applications—which show users how to get the most out of their test system.
Smartphone/tablet app connects to CAN measuring data
With IPEhub2 and the IPEmotion App IPETRONIK offers a convenient solution for graphical and alphanumeric display of CAN measuring data on a smartphone or tablet using a WiFi connection. Users thus can visualise their measurement projects on an Android device very easy. IPEhub2 acts as CAN-WiFi-Gateway and transfers CAN bus data (e.g. from IPETRONIK CAN modules or the vehicle CAN bus) using WiFi.
Option upgrades real-time spectrum analyser capabilities
Agilent Technologies now has available option RTR, a real-time spectrum recorder and analyser application example for real-time spectrum analysers (RTSAs). It enhances the RTSA capabilities currently available for the Agilent PXA and MXA signal analysers. The option enables engineers to record, analyse and play back signal spectrum density data for detecting and analysing signal anomalies, and for viewing the evolution of signals and spectrum den...
Broadband VNA system covers 70kHz to 145GHz in single sweep
Anritsu has unveiled the VectorStar ME7838D broadband Vector Network Analyser (VNA) system that provides industry-best frequency coverage of 70 kHz to 145 GHz in a single sweep using a coaxial test port. The dynamic range, calibration and measurement stability, and measurement speed gives design engineers greater confidence when performing on-wafer device characterization at 70 GHz and beyond.
On your e-bike: Instrument tests rechargeable batteries
The ATGF 1500 multifunction battery test equipment for rechargeable batteries and battery chargers, which is tailored to meet the needs of electric bicycle (e bike) specialised dealers will be available from batteryuniversity.eu in May.The tester is suitable for almost all e bike rechargeable battery systems used by the e bike manufacturers Derby Cycle, Gazelle, Simplon and ZEG.
Size not such an issue with single-slot PCIe digitiser
Agilent Technologies has introduced an eight-channel version of its U5309A 8-bit single slot PCIe Gen 2 digitiser with on-board processing, providing unprecedented channel density and minimum footprint at this level of performance. Until now, users requiring an eight-channel data acquisition system had to order a three-slot cPCI chassis, including two digitiser modules and an interface card to the computer.
SoC electricity meter puts emphasis on accuracy
The ZON M3 (MAX71315) single-phase electricity meter SoC from Maxim Integrated Products offers engineers a highly accurate, low-cost design system for e-meters and solid-state meters. Automotive Superior metering metrology is essential for accurate monitoring and billing. Additionally, meter manufacturers must consider cost in their designs, as millions of meters are being deployed throughout the globe.
USB data acquisition modules eliminate phase shifts
With the DT9816 series Data Translation offers a range of low-cost USB data acquisition modules for simultaneous sampling of up to six analogue signals. Unlike comparable measurement instruments in the same price range, these modules feature separate 16-bit A/D converters per input channel instead of multiplexed inputs.
E-book opens way to FPGA in-line, in-system programming
Programming memory on the manufacturing line after the devices have been soldered to a circuit board must be accomplished quickly to keep pace with the assembly process. Unfortunately, the capacity of flash has got so large and the amount of data being programmed into them so extensive that the process has slowed considerably.
High-speed digital design topic for European symposia
Agilent Technologies is to stage a European symposium tour focused on high-speed digital design and test topics. The complimentary full-day technology symposium for engineers and project managers will feature presentations from some of the leading providers of FPGA and memory devices. The symposia will be conducted in 12 cities across Europe, from May 20 to July 3.