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December 2009 |
Sponsor: Softing |
Quickly Identify and Fix PROFIBUS Network Problems
The most common problem with PROFIBUS networks is faulty cabling or connectors causing poor signal quality levels. In order to detect and identify those kinds of issues an engineer can either use an oscilloscope (and lots of experience) or he can use a dedicated Electrical Tester for PROFIBUS. Softing’s PROFIBUS Electrical Tester assists in analyzing and fixing signal quality problems of PROFIBUS networks without the need for an oscilloscope or expertise in electrical engineering.
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Sponsor: National Instruments |
Simplify Advanced Motion Control
National Instruments simplifies the development of advanced motion applications with the new LabVIEW NI SoftMotion module and new NI C Series motion modules. These products combine the ease of use and I/O capabilities of NI LabVIEW graphical programming with the customization and synchronization benefits of FPGA-based CompactRIO hardware to deliver an ideal platform for developing advanced motion applications. View interactive tutorial.
Click here to download the free software
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Sponsor: Advantech |
Advantech introduces the UNO-3282
Advantech’s UNO-3282 is a fanless, diskless, cable-less Industrial Panel PC with a Core 2 Duo processor, one PCI and PCI Express slot (or two standard PCI slots), 2 x Gigabit LAN ports, 4 x serial ports, 2 x USB, VGA, and DVI-D.
Click here to find out more!
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| Featured Articles |
Programming resources boost software security
Embedded Computing Design, September 2009
By Paul Anderson, GrammaTech
Ways to reduce the kinds of programming errors that can be exploited by malicious attackers, focusing on the unique requirements of embedded development.
Current trends in cyber attacks on mobile and embedded systems
Embedded Computing Design, September 2009
By Kurt Stammberger, Mocana
With the advent of the "Internet of things," we are encountering a new wave of hacking that threatens mobile devices as well as wired computers and networks.
Come Together
Control Design, October 2009
By Jim Montague
New mechatronics tools make it easier for engineers to collaborate on model-based, motion-enabled designs.
Tricks for fixing troublesome PCIe links
Embedded Computing, August 2009
By Reginald Conley, PLX Technology
PCI Express (PCIe) is a ubiquitous interface for embedded systems, offering several key advantages including autodetection, lane configurability, robust error detection and correction, and low power. Despite the interface’s power and versatility, designers occasionally need to debug a faulty PCIe link. Here’s how to resolve this issue.
Overcoming the challenges of embedded Linux product development
Embedded Computing, August 2009
By Maciej Halasz, Timesys
Linux has become the Operating System (OS) of choice for many embedded products. However, as with any software, developers have encountered a number of challenges in adopting Linux. Here’s why using the latest code can resolve the issues that arise when building Linux-based platforms.
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Advantech releases PCM-3730I PCI-104 digital I/O
PCM-3730I supports high-voltage isolation (2,500 VDC) on each input/output channel and resists noise interference while delivering reliable performance. |
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National Instruments introduces FlexRay and CAN interfaces
NI-XNET embedded networks platform consists of 14 new high-performance PCI- and PXI-based interfaces for FlexRay and CAN and a new, universal API for rapid application development. |
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Rockwell Automation introduces mechatronic hardware and software
Mechatronic solutions consist of software tools, motion control products and support that reduce costs and development time for builders of sophisticated machines |
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AXIOMTEK announces SBC84823 wide-temperature embedded board
SBC84823 incorporates an industrial-temperature grade Intel Atom processor Z510PT/Z520PT and the Intel System Controller Hub US15W XL for solutions used in unconstrained thermal environments. |
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Cyberlogic adds Windows 7 to its OPC products
The 64-bit editions of Cyberlogic OPC suites provide native 64-bit support for all x64 Windows operating systems, including Windows 7, Vista, XP, Server 2003, and Server 2008. |
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GE Fanuc announces Proficy iFIX Embedded
Proficy iFIX Embedded runs on Windows XP Embedded, and can be used in machine panels, embedded controllers and specialty devices. |
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| White Papers |
A Safe Passage through the Real-Time Maze
By Frank Iwanitz and Wolfgang Langer, Softing
Field device manufacturers are looking for solutions that facilitate the design of devices to support the multitude of communication protocols required in today’s automation systems. FPGAs (Field-programmable Gate Arrays) represent an answer to this search.
How High-Tech Device Manufacturers Are Using Embedded Software to Grow Revenue
By Flexera Software
Protecting a software R&D investment is critical to monetizing platforms and ensuring a steady revenue stream. This whitepaper describes how to use electronic license management technology to protect and enhance products, and how to distribute updates and upgrades to already deployed devices.
Motion Control Components and System Architecture
By Erlendur Kristjansson, Performance Motion Devices
This 24-page paper compares how motion control solutions based on chips, cards, and drives fit into different machine requirements, and how they affect the outcome of a machine design. This paper also examines motion system architectures to illustrate the design trade-offs. Examples discussed include medical/biotech equipment, a 3D printer, and an industrial paper-cutting machine.
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| Resources & Literature |
Free Open-source EtherNet/IP communication stack
Designed to connect a wide range of products using open communication standards, developers can download the new license and royalty-free adapter stack through SourceForge.net.
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| Application Stories |
Embedded PCs Keep Drilling Machines on Budget
Control Engineering, October 2009
Kays Engineering uses Beckhoff embedded PCs, Ethernet controllers, TwinCAT software and EtherCAT servo drives to control its DeHoff gun drilling machines.
Software Virtualization Environment Enhances Control
Control Engineering, October 2009
By Kim Hartman, TenAsys
Cleveland Motion Controls’ Burny XL CNC uses a virtual machine architecture, implemented by TenAsys software, to simultaneously run Microsoft Windows XP Embedded and the TenAsys INtime real-time operating system
GainSpan powers Wi-Fi module of North Pole Engineering
North Pole Engineering's WiFi-IT! module is based on GainSpan's GS1010 system-on-chip, a highly integrated, low power Wi-Fi single chip solution.
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| Company & Organizational News |
25 Years of PC-Based Control
At the 1984 ISA Show, 25 years ago, Intellution introduced The Fix, the first configurable PC-based HMI/SCADA software program. Process control and automation changed forever.
Aaeon and InduSoft offer hardware and software control solutions
Aaeon makes embedded single board computers, panel and automation hardware, and InduSoft's Web Studio HMI/SCADA software runs on all of these devices.
IPSO Alliance announces certification for IP-based Smart Objects
Program is aimed at accelerating the use of IP in embedded smart objects such as sensors and actuators in smart grid and energy management, building automation, and industrial and process automation.
Engent expands its micro-electronics manufacturing capability
Engent recently expanded its Norcross, GA facility by 8,000 square feet to support manufacturing expansion of its small form factor micro-electronics products.
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| Featured Events |
Real Time & Embedded Computing Conference
January 26, 2010 Santa Clara, CA
What’s going on with new products, vendors, acquisitions and other significant industry changes.
Embedded Systems Conferences
March 4-5, 2010 Shenzhen, China
The world's largest event for embedded technologies taking place annually in the U.S. and Europe. Launched in China in 2001 the Embedded Systems Conferences - China (ESC-China) gives Mainland China's engineers access to the practical skills training and technologies that can improve the quality of their embedded designs for consumer electronics and communications products.
Real-Time & Embedded Computing Conference
April 15, 2010 Chicago, IL
Technical conference and exhibition for people developing computer systems and time critical applications.
2010 Sensors Expo & Conference
June 7-9, 2010 Rosemont, IL
The event is dedicated to exploring innovations in sensors, sensor networks, biosensors, MEMS/nanotechnology, instrumentation & controls, intelligent systems, machine-to- machine communication, wireless sensing and IT technology.
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