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Easy way to connect strain gauges

New from Jetter is the JX3-DMS2 strainometer module that connects strain gauges to Jetcontrol-3xx controllers or a JX3 bus head
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Femap 10 cuts analysis times by 97 per cent

The latest version of Femap enables users to take advantage of 64-bit processors, leading to significant reductions in finite element analysis times
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Hydrostatic level measurement in difficult access areas

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Economical gas adsorption analyser

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// - Future of wireless could depend on software defined radios

// - Improved analysis of composite structures

// - Software impacts on design for multi-core processors in single chip

// - High performance, hull-mounted side scan sonar

// - Robust multi-core technology for more accurate and faster mapping

// - Determination of real-time tide information using GPS

// - Measuring ocean currents for efficient seismic surveys

// - Seismic package has 'extreme' channel count point-receiver

// - Extracting more from seismic data to get better subsurface models

// - More features for Aprol process control system

// - Piezo linear actuator/manipulator replaces motorised actuators

// - New versions of plastic injection moulding analysis tools

// - More communications options for industrial drives

// - Integrated stepper motor offers advantages over servos

// - Engineering software packages are more intuitive

// - Bitumen companies go wireless to monitor production facilities

// - Sulphur in auto oils and fuels: monitoring to global standards

// - New 3D laser scanners for reverse engineering

// - Software helps to accelerate innovation

// - Remotely monitor plant-floor operations

// - Autodesk unveils Autocad 2010

// - Motion controller suits steppers and piezo-electric motors

// - Portable Ethernet chassis available in smaller version

// - Current profiler boost for ports and terminals

// - Modelling software speeds design of organic shapes

// - Intuitive servo drives deliver high performance

// - DC drive expanded up to 1850A

// - Lowest voltage EEPROM devices

// - HMIs with wide-ranging industrial Ethernet support

// - Streamer steering now crucial as market conditions tighten

// - Computer-on-module is more compact

// - Computer-on-module with 45nm Intel Core2 Duo processor

// - Safe calibration of fieldbus transmitters

// - All-in-one bus node in a 32DIL housing

// - Temperature sensors equipped with IO-Link

// - Touchscreen HMIs gain soft-PLC funcationality

// - VX Corporation launches VX 2009

// - Prototyping hardware reduces development times

// - Securing industrial control systems against threat of cyber infection

// - Closer integration of reverse engineering and CAD techniques

// - New drive modules offer easy integration and more flexibility

// - Low harmonic drives ease stress on the power supply

// - Creating new opportunities to help cut costs with stereolithography

// - Statistical software helps evaluates the reliability of products

// - Development kit simplifies use of reconfigurable I/O hardware

// - HMI/Scada product benefits from improved user interface

// - Digital blending provides product consistency

// - Multi-axis control module speeds time to market

// - Increasing the processing of music data

// - Thermal camera identifies heat loss

// - Advanced analyser improves lab efficiency

// - Modular transfer system handles heavy loads

// - Knowles - SiSonic Microphones

// - Test system for conducted and radiated immunity

// - AC drives deliver improved efficiency

// - New version of Foundation fieldbus Host Test Kit

// - Industrial frame grabber supports PoCL standard

// - Process analysers - pushing for the standardisation of devices

// - Robust future for low voltage ac and dc drives market

// - Advanced solutions key to creating competitive advantage

// - Cutting cycle times for sintered parts by more than a half

// - Affordability, portability and precision key to thermal imaging

// - Efficient decomposition of pharmaceuticals through ozonisation

// - Modelling transformers for high-voltage power distribution

// - Revamps of power projects are now key to automation contracts

// - Health monitoring systems are key to the modern plant

// - Control system covers all aspects of automation

// - SERCOS lll master software driver library to be open-source

// - Securing integrated Scada systems against cyber attacks

// - Record growth in installed nodes as PROFINET confidence grows

// - Regulatory enforcement drives continuous emission monitors

// - Plant studies support use of wireless in capital projects

// - Maths software gains multicore/multiprocessor capabilities

// - Ethernet switches benefit from PTP v2 synchronisation

// - Kit provides PCIe-to-CompactPCI/PXI expansion

// - Easier connection of measurement systems to a PC

// - IBM to set up Systems Engineering lab in Munich

// - Engineering design optimisation on a Saas basis

// - Software simplifies logging of data

// - Cut cycle times for sintered parts by more than a half

// - Asset management: seamless solutions key to creating business advantage

// - Growth in installed nodes as PROFINET confidence grows

// - 3D CAD: integration of reverse engineering

// - Planning reliable and efficient statistical tests

// - Improving machining practices and automation

// - Operator panels combine HMI and control functions

// - Embedded system is suitable for high-speed, real-time vision

// - Subsea applications: bolt tensioning and flange pulling tools

// - Shaft couplings now available in carbon fibre

// - Fluid dosage assembly is based on mass flow instruments

// - ARC embeds Sonic technology

// - Air conditioning features thermal wheels

// - CAE software suite includes 'first-to-market' features

// - Using pen and multi-finger touch to control a PC

// - Data analysis: post-processing software simplifies task

// - Ethernet makes its way into the car

// - Meet the challenge of collaborative management in embedded design

// - Custom mixed signal ICs can be more economical than you may think

// - Taking the brakes off developing machine-to machine applications

// - Compact, rugged high capacity SBC for embedded OEM work

// - Mass interconnect systems help protect company investment

// - Connectors: for space, medicine and test and measurement applications

// - Mobilisation of embedded applications

// - High level modelling language for mission and safety-critical systems

// - Illumination design program delivers enhanced optimisation

// - Building automation: centralised control of single or multi-sites

// - Monitoring motor vibration: it can harm both energy and efficiency

// - Autodesk

// - Milling machines: desktop model easier to use

// - Product lifecycle management: IBM and Siemens team up

// - HMIs for integrated servo and stepper motors

// - PCI card for distributed motion control applications

// - OCR reader handles all characters and all languages

// - Field-mountable RTU controller offers high availability

// - Crack propagation modelling for fracture mechanics

// - Black box records car travel information

// - AUV supports environmental monitoring, wide area surveys

// - xIDE for Interface Express - new version for Bluetooth 2.1

// - 3D seismic data: taking a smarter approach to interpretation

// - Managing data for compliance and a competitive advantage

// - Programmable controller for thickness and coplanarity measurement

// - Chemical imaging software available as a 64-bit version

// - Pressure data logger can store more than 260,000 readings

// - World's first multimedia processor development kit for I.MX25

// - Laser profile sensor is more compact

// - IEEE-488 GPIB-to-USB interface controller is cost-effective

// - Rugged mobile computers gain ATEX explosion-safe certification

// - Exploring pulse arc welding

// - Monitoring structures for safe and efficient operation

// - Phase separation: meeting the technical challenges

// - Monitor surface deformation with Earth-orbiting satellites

// - The IEC 61511 revision: functional safety comes of age

// - Data management software gains additional features

// - CompactPCI processor board with enhanced storage

// - Energy harvesting platform with wireless microcontroller

// - Embedded code management adds multimedia support

// - Total organic carbon analyser

// - Radiation-hardened SPARC processor for space applications

// - ISO/DIS 26262 - a new draft standard for road vehicle functional safety

// - RFID system suits scalable applications

// - Spindle controller includes control, drive and power supply

// - Mechatronic software design package in development

// - NEI Fusion 2.0 combines Nastran FEA and Solidworks CAD

// - Technical software recovery predicted in Cambashi report

// - Labview 2009 introduces wireless sensor network platform

// - Smart Wireless field starter kit gains additional input devices

// - Free RTOS and middleware evaluation

// - Easy way to deploy technical content on websites

// - Making rapid prototyping pay dividends in full

// - Mud density measurement saves dredging costs

// - Hydraulic Calculator 2.0 PC software saves design time

// - 3D finite-element software runs fast on standard PCs

// - Single-axis robot actuators configured to order

// - Simatic S7 F Systems engineering tool gains process safety functions

// - V4R (Vision for Robotics) simplifies vision/robot integration

// - Assessment identifies ways to enhance designs

// - Modular motor controller provides protection and feedback

// - Process control instruments with web interface

// - Programmable universal verbaliser 1/8 DIN panel meter

// - Position sensor communicates via Ethernet Powerlink

// - Cleaning up incremental encoder signals

// - Reviewing a novel research tool for sourcing expert-level knowledge

// - Drive for machine delivers on speed, simplicity and safety

// - Variable speed ac drives to change compressor industry

// - Digital models definitions: beware the hidden dangers

// - Design, developing and integrating engineering solutions

// - Motor efficiency software tool estimates payback

// - NX software gains Maple analysis capabilities

// - Ansys teams with Spaceclaim

// - Energy-efficient machine tool technologies

// - Proficy Maintenance Gateway 2.0 reduces downtime

// - IP65 panel PC features high performance and a 17-inch touch screen

// - Microcontrollers designed for off-road vehicles

// - Electric alternatives to pneumatic cylinders

// - Calculate basic rating life for monorail guidance systems

// - Remote motion control platform reduces costs

// - Isagraf 6.0 features Managed Open Plug In environment

// - AC drives with Profinet interface

// - DC drives now rated at up to 2250A, 980kW or 1320HP

// - Non-contact temperature sensor is loop-powered

// - Trends and developments in temperature measurement

// - Simple device integration with PROFIBUS PA Profile 3.02

// - Main automation suppliers focus on integration and flexibility

// - Tedsdongle reduces time required for configuring Teds sensor systems

// - Advanced automation needed to achieve smart grid success

// - Analysis platform for power systems

// - Fusion energy: 3D software helps engineers develop next stage

// - Using virtual reality to design and simulate power plant performance

// - CAM software enhances productivity and efficiency

// - Digital oscilloscopes harness the power of PCs via USB

// - Wonderware Intelligence software for historical and real-time data

// - Pump technology advances on automated processing lines

// - Drive gets tough for wet outdoor process conditions

// - Strategic tie-ups the way ahead for automation providers

// - 3D geometric constraint solver gains performance enhancements

// - Ironcad Next Generation released

// - Mechatronics design process simplified

// - Low-cost route to 3D scanning and model reconstruction

// - Creating successful working relationships across cultures

// - Standard high level modelling language aids safety systems

// - Statistical software helps boost gold mine output

// - Code-reader is configured via web server

// - Industrial Ethernet firewalls can be configured offline

// - MEMS inclinometers are compact and high-precision

// - Ac drives designed for permanent-magnet motors

// - Compact panel PCs feature Intel Atom N270 processor

// - 2D vision sensor offers high performance and value for money

// - Centralised management of production devices

// - New standard for testers and reviewers of user documentation

// - Holistic energy saving strategy unites production and the environment

// - Modelling, simulating and testing of renewable energy technologies

// - Geometric constraint solver now supports Nurbs

// - Improve OEE and performance of packaging lines

// - Programmable encoders enable new applications

// - VPX computing blade for parallel processing

// - Accuracy diagnostics of liquid ultrasonic flow meters

// - Remote data manager for process instruments

// - Accurately predict behaviour of filled polymers

// - Micro drives are easy to configure

// - Fluid mud density measurement saves harbour dredging costs

// - Increasing array of 4D kit as the market shows steady growth

// - NOAA Office of Coast Survey buys AUV

// - Accelerating 3D seismic data analysis on desktop workstations

// - 3D digital versatility enhances design of subsea control systems

// - Maintain radio communications in remote environments

// - Low-cost torque sensor uses strain gauges

// - Risk management software for the new Machinery Directive

// - Variable speed drives promote wind power in urban areas

// - Modular radar transmitters cope with CIP and SIP

// - Reducing indexer set-up from hours to minutes

// - Simplify hydrocarbon allocation and production reporting

// - Improved free software for manipulating STL files

// - Mathcad 15 gains new functions and integration with other tools

// - Design Suites improve interoperability and productivity

// - Draftsight – a new, free, DWG-compatible 2D drafting package

// - Initiative for cross-discipline design collaboration

// - nCode 6 incorporates an array of engineering tools

 
 

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