Two Magnetics Bootcamps will be a kickoff event of TWST Events’ Magnetics 2018 Conference on February 7, 2018. The conference venue is the Hyatt Regency Orlando. The Magnetics Bootcamps focus on teaching the basics of magnetics with an emphasis on permanent magnets. Basic Bootcamp: For those who need to understand magnets better to do their […]
Top test & measurement stories of 2017
Here are the test & measurement features that got the most interest from readers in 2017. Why the sky is blue: LiDAR puts a focus on measuring Raleigh scattering Rayleigh scattering measurements are more than just an academic exercise. Scattering effects, Rayleigh and otherwise, can impact the operation of light-based sensors such […]
Wire-to-board connector system features compact size and retention security
The Micro-Lock Plus Wire-to-Board Connector System targets applications seeking high performance, compact size and retention security. Featuring a 1.5-A current rating, small footprint and positive latch, Molex has developed this comprehensive terminal solution for OEMs working in space-constrained environments. Designed for industries such as automotive, consumer, and industrial automation, the Micro-Lock Plus Connector System is […]
Extreme temperature socket handles 252-pin BGAs
A new BGA socket addresses high-performance requirements for Multi-Chip Memory Packages In the CBT-BGA-6073, the contactor is a stamped spring pin with 31-gram actuation force per ball and cycle life of 125,000 insertions. The self-inductance of the contactor is 0.88 nH, insertion loss is < 1 dB at 15.7 GHz, and contact resistance is < […]
Economical EMI tent enclosures for benchtop precompliance tests
The TekBox TBST120/60/60/2 Shielded Tent provides an economical RF/EMI-attenuated environment for a variety of bench-top “EMI quiet” applications. The TBST-120/60/60/2 is a compact shielded tent, designed to suppress interference from ambient noise during EMC pre-compliance measurements. With an outer dimension of 4x2x2 ft., it can accommodate pre-compliance test equipment such as LISNs or TEM-cells or […]
200-MHz, two-channel scope carries economical price tag
The new DS2000E Series Oscilloscope, a 200 MHz, 2 channel scope is available at either 100 MHz or 200 MHz bandwidths. All models provide 2 analog channels with 50-Ω input impedance standard. With real-time sample rate of 1 GS/sec (on both channels), memory depth of up to 28 Mpts standard, and waveform capture rate up […]
Hand-held RF analyzers get signal demodulation, VSA, I/Q analysis capabilities
FieldFox analyzers now connect to Keysight’s 89600 VSA software for signal demodulation and vector signal analysis. The FieldFox to 89600 VSA link provides a powerful combination of hardware and software for design and troubleshooting of devices using signal formats, including: · APCO-25 and TETRA for public safety radio · IEEE 802.11p for wireless vehicular communications […]
Vector adapter lets signal generators produce realistic electronic warfare threat simulations
An agile vector adapter extends the capabilities of the UXG X-Series agile signal generators to generate complex pulsed signals and waveforms based on IQ data for more realistic electronic warfare threat simulations. The N5194A UXG X-Series agile vector adapter enables the industry’s highest fidelity agile threat simulations when used with Keysight’s commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), UXG […]
PC software for EMC pre-compliance testing
The TekBox EMCView Pre-compliance Testing Software is PC-compatible software simplifies the process of EMC pre-compliance testing of radiated and conducted emissions. EMCView complements an emissions test setup of a spectrum analyzer, an LISN (Line Impedance Stabilization Networks) and an EMI-quiet TEM (Transverse ElectroMagnetic) Cell. Built-in amplitude correction provides the correction and conversion coefficients for cables, […]
New radio test capabilities devised for 3GPP 5G wireless setups
What is billed as an industry first 5G NR ready device workflow solution is said to address the entire device R&D workflow and scales from sub-6 GHz to mmWave. The UXM 5G Wireless Test Platform, developed by Keysight Technologies, Inc., is said to help prototype and develop 5G chipsets and devices while keeping up with […]