New-Tech Europe | December 2016 | Digital Edition

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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. Wondering what else Tektronix is up to? Check out the Tektronix Bandwidth Banter blog and stay up to date on the latest news from Tektronix on Twitter and Facebook.

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

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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