Tektronix, Inc. announced that lab testing has shown that its next generation performance oscilloscopes – due for availability in 2014 – will deliver real-time bandwidth of 70 GHz,…
Four Steps to Safeguarding Electrical Equipment from Corrosion
When specifying electrical products for harsh environments, choosing the right materials to ensure adequate corrosion-resistance is crucial. In offshore oil and gas operations, equipment is under constant exposure…
DAQ Series: Transmit and Receive Information
DAQs work within computer systems. However, in order to make data acquisition work you must transmit and receive signals in order to process the information. There are a…
World’s First USB 3.0 Oscilloscopes Launched
The first PicoScope oscilloscopes with a USB 3.0 interface have been released. The PicoScope 3207A is a 2 channel USB oscilloscope with 250 MHz bandwidth, 1 GS/s sampling rate and…
TEGAM Introduces Helicopter Bond Meter
Compact Instrument is configured as a complete kit for bond measurements. The TEGAM Model R1L-BR1 bond meter is a purpose built, rechargeable battery powered portable instrument for ground…
Dynamic testing saves energy, time and money
Dynamic testing of performance factors for a Department of Defense (DoD) customer’s helicopter transmissions, primarily in the Apache and Blackhawk classes presented a challenge, which involved an existing…
Tektronix Donates Electronic Test Equipment to Portland State University
Tektronix, Inc. announced that it has made a sizeable donation of more than $22,000 of equipment to the Fariborz Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science at Portland…
Agilent Technologies Introduces Wireless Communications Test Set
Agilent Technologies Inc. introduced its new E6607C EXT wireless communications test set, featuring an integrated multiport adapter for cost-effective, high-volume wireless device manufacturing test. Optimized for testing multiple devices simultaneously,…
DAQ Series: Podcast: miniSystems for Engineering Excellence
In this DAQ Series, we discuss how DAQs are scaled down for educational purposes. National Instruments is dedicated to teaching engineering fundamentals beyond theory and mathematical applications. Its…
Agilent Technologies Launches Versatile Benchtop Boundary Scan Analyzer
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) announced the launch of the Agilent x1149 boundary scan analyzer. Boundary scan has become an indispensable technology as engineers face increasing test access challenges….
Cincinnati Test Systems Showcased Precision Leak Tester at MD&M West
The Sentinel C28-DP is a compact leak test instrument built for maximum performance utilizing Differential Pressure Decay technology. Designed by Cincinnati Test Systems, the instrument utilizes advanced algorithms…
DAQ Series: Methodology associated with data acquisition
In the previous DAQ series, What is a Data Acquisition (DAQ), and How DAQs Work at a High Level, terminology that is analogous with DAQs was mentioned. To…
Compliance Testing for Energy-Efficient Ethernet Standards from Agilent
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) introduces compliance testing support for Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE) standards used in networking applications. Agilent’s solution for transmitter tests includes 10BASE-T, 100BASE-T and 1000BASE-T…
Hexagon Metrology Releases PC-DMIS Gear 2.5
Hexagon Metrology announces the release of PC-DMIS Gear 2.5, a sophisticated software module designed for basic and advanced gear measurement applications. The new version simplifies measurement routines by…
Bodkin Design Receives SBIR Funding from NASA
Bodkin Design & Engineering, LLC (BD&E) has been awarded a $125,000 SBIR contract by NASA to develop a surface temperature mapping system for re-entry vehicle heat shields. The…
DAQ Series: How DAQs work at a high level
As Daniel Carnes (Facebook reader) said, “As more and more data acquisition systems make their way into our lives it is good to know how they work at…
OMEGA Introduces High Temperature Pressure Data Logger
The OM-CP-PR140 is a pressure data logger designed for use in autoclave validation and mapping.This rugged device can withstand temperatures up to 140°C (284°F) and is completely submersible…
Sensoray Introduces PCI Express Analog and Digital I/O
Sensoray announces the newest member of their extensive line of OEM data acquisition cards with the release of the Model 826, a PCI Express Analog and Digital I/O…
Keithley’s SourceMeter® named one of EDN’s 2012 Hot 100 Products
Keithley Instruments, Inc. announced that the editors of EDN Magazine have named the Model 2657A High Power System SourceMeter instrument as one of the “100 Hot Products of…
University Laboratory Dedicated in Agilent’s Honor
Agilent Technologies Inc. announced the largest in-kind software donation ever in its longstanding relationship with the Georgia Institute of Technology. Last year, Georgia Tech dedicated a new laboratory…
Oven Temperature Data Logger Keeps Logging in Extreme Heat
CAS DataLoggers recently provided the oven temperature data logging solution for a supplier of raw materials used in the plastics rotary molding industry. This company offers a comprehensive…
Agilent Technologies Offers Application Note on GNSS Receiver Testing
The Agilent Power of X application note “Solutions for GNSS Receiver Testing” 5991-1742EN, provides insight into solving tough measurement problems in a unique way for both the design and manufacturing…
Agilent Technologies to Demonstrate Solutions Tests at IPC APEX EXPO
Agilent Technologies Inc. will demonstrate its latest boundary scan analyzer, plus inline in-circuit and functional test systems at the IPC APEX EXPO, Feb. 19-21, at the San Diego Convention…
Siemens Equips Motor Management System with Profinet Interface
Siemens Industry Automation Division has expanded its Simocode Pro motor management system to include a basic unit with Profinet interface. Linking up Simocode Pro via Ethernet to higher-level…
Siemens Obtains Explosion-Proof Approvals for Sitrans Magnetic Flow Meters
Siemens has introduced the addition of FM Class 1 Division 1, Groups A, B, C and D, and FM Class 1, Zone 1 AEx d (ia) ia/IIC/T3-T6 approvals…