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Crystal Group Engineering discussing configuration management

Configuration Management at the Crystal Group

This innovation article on “Configuration Management” was written by our US partners, The Crystal Group.  To read the original article click, here. Firstly, we believe it is important to share this type of content.  As it highlights the forward-thinking process that …

Next Gen Telemetry Systems

Next Gen Telemetry Systems

Advanced Telemetrics International (ATi) have released their next gen of Telemetry Systems.  Firstly, these systems will offer up to 4 channels per transmitter.  Therefore, increasing the rotary channel density. Secondly, they have increased the analog bandwidth with a dynamic adjustment for …

OpenVPX Standard Group of Embedded Computing Products

Why is OpenVPX Standard popular with Defence?

To answer the question on why the OpenVPX Standard is popular with Defence – we need to look at the basics. Firstly, reliable, high speed embedded computing systems for Defence applications is critical.  Computing power requirements are increasing as quickly as …

4-20ma Signal Isolator Image

Selecting The Right Signal Isolator

Selecting The Right Signal Isolator It’s important to know what to look out for when selecting a signal isolator for your project.  This article goes through some key points to consider.  But first, let’s start with some basics. What are Signal …

ARINC 429

ARINC 429 what is it and where is it used?

ARINC 429 is the standard used by Commercial Aircraft for the transfer of data on their avionics bus systems.  Originally, this protocol was referred to as ARINC 419 in the early 80’s.  However, it was revised and refined to ARINC 429 …

Sending critical signals at the same time illustration

How to send critical signals all at the same time?

This blog on how to send critical signals all at the same time to multiple locations was originally written by our friends at Acromag. To view the original document, click here. The problem: Send an abort signal to multiple locations at …

Universal High-speed thermocouple input

Universal High-Speed Thermocouple Input IOLITEir-8xTH-HS

Addressing the growing need for stable temperature measurements in EMC harsh environments. The Dewesoft IOLITEir-8xTH-HS is an Universal High-speed Thermocouple Input.  Firstly, it is the new version of the 8-channel IOLITE thermocouple temperature module. It’s a channel-to-channel isolated DAQ device.  It …

DFM 400 Fuel Flow Meter

DFM 400 Fuel Flow Meter

DFM 400 Fuel Flow Meter Metromatics recently supplied our client with the Wagencontrol DFM 400 Fuel Flow Meter.  This Fuel Flow meter also came complete with telematics.  This feature allows our client to transmit fuel measurement data over a long distance.  …

Dynamic Load Testing of Bridges

Dynamic Load Testing of Bridges

This case study on Dynamic Load Testing of Bridges was supplied by our friends at Dewesoft.  It was originally written by Thomas Sturm Moreira the CEO of HochBau Engineering in Chile.  Firstly, it is about how his Company HochBau was hired …

Upgrade your VME Application

Upgrade your VME Application

Does your VME Application need an upgrade?  Look no further.  Simply add Acromag’s XMCAP2000 AcroPack® carrier to the equation and you have your answer. Firstly, with two AcroPack mezzanine slots allow you to mix a variety of I/O and FPGA functions …