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new products
measurement solutions, today unveiled a complete
solution for performing high resistivity measurements
in compliance with accepted industry standards
including ASTM D257 and IEC 60093. Designed for
use with the Keithley Model 6517B Electrometer and
Model 8009 Resistivity Chamber, the new Model
KICKSTARTFL-HRMA application automates volume
and surface resistivity measurements for more accurate
and repeatable results without the need for custom
programming.
Material scientists and engineers use resistivity
measurement to verify the electrical properties of
insulating and other materials they are developing
or evaluating. However, they tend to be materials
experts rather than test equipment experts and need
tools that allow them to characterize materials without
having to learn how to program test instrumentation.
The KICKSTARTFL-HRMA application requires no
programming and performs all required computations
based on the geometry of the Keithley test fixture.
“High resistivity measurements are critical to evaluating
not just electrical insulating materials, but many other
materials. For instance, the resistivity of materials used
in the production of car tires is important in balancing
electrostatic discharge safety with properties that affect
rolling friction,” said Mike Flaherty, general manager,
Keithley product line at Tektronix. “With this solution
we are making these measurements much easier than
they have ever been in the past, allowing our customers
to focus on what they do best – developing new and
improved materials for all types of applications.”
The KICKSTARTFL-HRMA application quickly and
reliably allows users to determine resistivity of materials
using setups and methods consistent with ASTM D257
and IEC60093 standards. Users can visualize the step
response of the material and make a good decision on
an appropriate test time to use for volume or surface
resistivity testing. For improved accuracy, the software
uses the Keithley alternating polarity measurement
technique to eliminate inherent background currents.
And, using optional probes, users can also observe how
resistivity changes due to environment factors such as
temperature or humidity. Resulting data is presented in
both graphical and tabular formats.
Pricing & Availability
An option for Keithley KickStart Instrument Control
Software, the Model KICKSTARTFL-HRMA is available
now and priced at $499. The full high-resistivity
measurement solution includes Kickstart software, a Model
6517B Electrometer, and Model 8009 Resistivity Chamber.
For more information go to:
http://www.tek.com/keithley-kickstart.
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Vector facilitates analysis and test of sensor
protocols PSI5 and SENT
The analysis, simulation and testing of sensor-specific
protocols, such as PSI5 and SENT, will be easier for
developers in future. For this purpose, Vector is offering
a new solution: CANoe .Sensor software and VT2710
hardware module. Users will profit from the functionalities
especially matched to sensor protocols.
The increased use of intelligent sensors in fields, such as
Powertrain, Safety and Comfort is supported by Vector with
development tools adequately matched to each other. The
new CANoe option .Sensor permits the user to analyze
the sensor communication. It is possible to view sensor
signals on the sensor bus as well as the distribution of
the sensor signal in the vehicle network. Even complex
communication scenarios are generated and analyzed
quickly because proven CANoe analysis concepts and an
intuitive configuration are used. By means of the possibility
of simulating the ECU as well as the sensor, CANoe .Sensor
supports the developer in setting up simple to demanding
test environment in addition. Thus, the full control over all
protocol-relevant data exists during simulation. In addition,
sophisticated error detection mechanisms facilitate
debugging of the system.
The physical connection to the sensor networks is also
ensured by the new VT2710 hardware module. It is
completely matched to the functionality of CANoe .Sensor,
and is part of the modular test environment VT System
of Vector. The flexible structure of VT2710 provides
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